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How to Save Energy During Winter<\/h2>\n

The question “How do you save energy during winter?” sounds unimportant to many Texans.\u00a0 After all, we live in a state where it can snow on Christmas and then the next day, we’re playing golf in our shorts.\u00a0 Winter and electricity conservation seems like an issue for our fellow Americans living in Alaska or Maine.\u00a0 But we all remember the cold snap of last winter.\u00a0 No matter how bizarre Texas weather may be, freezing temperatures will come.\u00a0 #electricityexpress<\/strong> <\/span>has some tips on energy conservation during the coming winter months.<\/p>\n

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Save Energy During Winter – Electricity Express<\/p><\/div>\n

Payless electricity these winter ideas<\/h3>\n
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  1. Check your home for drafts<\/strong>.\u00a0 Windows and doors <\/a>are the most likely offenders.\u00a0 Caulk to keep heat inside the house where it belongs.<\/li>\n
  2. Examine your windows<\/strong>.\u00a0 Remember when your son was playing basketball and the ball hit the window, leaving a nice crack?\u00a0 Now’s the time to fix it.<\/li>\n
  3. Clean up your yard.<\/strong>\u00a0 Get rid of any dead trees, and trim back branches that are too close to your house or power lines.\u00a0 Some of the younger\u00a0trees in the Plano\/North Dallas area, in particular, are vulnerable when freezing temperatures arrive.<\/li>\n
  4. Replace older thermostats<\/strong>.\u00a0 More modern thermostats that can be programmed will help you save energy.<\/li>\n
  5. Learn how to turn off your<\/strong> water valves<\/a>: Waiting until your pipes burst to\u00a0understand how to shut off the water is not a good idea.<\/li>\n
  6. Double-check your roof<\/strong>.\u00a0 Make sure the roof is structurally sound.\u00a0 Snow or water that accumulates on top of your roof can cause problems.<\/li>\n
  7. Prepare your heater for the coming weather<\/strong>.\u00a0 Your heater has been sitting around doing nothing since last winter.\u00a0 Have it cleaned and inspected to make sure it’s in good working condition.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Old Man Winter is coming.\u00a0 The key to saving energy during the winter is to start preparations now.\u00a0 Remember to have a two-step strategy:<\/p>\n