Ah, winter. It’s all snow and cozy and hot tea, until you get the monthly energy bill. You spent HOW MUCH on electricity?? This month, I challenge you to lower your electricity bill. (This is where you off-grid folks can fold your arms across your chest and smile smugly…) For many, heating is a huge expense this time of year. For me, it’s not heat – we don’t actually have a heater; when our temp hits 55 degrees, our only option is more blankets – but our bill is inexplicably rising. So, let’s work to depend less on the electric company. If your electric bill reflects the need for heat this time of year, consider these easy to implement options – no home renovation required: Turn down your thermostat. Even one degree will make a difference. If you’ve got a drafty door or window, roll up a towel and use it to block the cold air. If you’ve got rooms that aren’t really in use, close the heating vents to the rooms and close the doors. No sense heating unused space. Got sunshine? Open the blinds to let in the warmth. If you use your dishwasher, open the door...
