With wintry weather expected this weekend in Fort Worth, Reliant wants to help Texans feel prepared and informed about their energy usage, staying efficient while staying warm. Reliant’s tips and simple home improvement tasks can keep a heating system from working harder than it needs to and keep consumers from spending more on winter electricity bills.
Energy & Money Saving Tips from Reliant
- Try space heaters in high-traffic rooms. Lower your thermostat and use an energy-efficient space heater in rooms where you spend the most time.
- Check your thermostat. If you have an electric heater, set the thermostat to 68 degrees while you’re awake. Lower it and add an extra blanket while you sleep to save energy.
- Use your drapes. Thermal drapes can help block drafts and retain heat, especially on older windows. Open south-facing curtains during the day to let in sunlight and close them at night to trap warmth.
- Leverage smart plugs and smart power strips. These allow you to control the power supply to devices remotely via a smartphone app. This way, you can easily shut off power to devices not in use, even when you’re not at home.
- Layer up. Reach for a sweater or blanket before reaching for the thermostat. Weather-appropriate clothes help reduce the demand for heat. Plug in your electric blanket and stay warm for around 25 cents a day.
- Install insulation. While more of a long-term project, you can regulate your home’s temperature and reduce heating costs by adding insulation.
- Weatherstrip exterior doors and windows. With a couple of hours’ work, you can seal out the cold and save up to 10% on total energy costs.
- Texans can also visit reliant.com/wintertips for more information on ways to stay warm without spending more.
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