The two most important things that people in northern climates can do to reduce energy costs are the following: utilize thermostat control (i.e., lower the thermostat to reduce utility consumption) and use air sealing methods (i.e., caulking and weather-stripping leaks). This response comes from two energy experts on an archived eXtension online chat. For more information and a transcript of this chat, go to Investing in Your Home: More Comfort and More Money.
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