• Set your thermostat at 68°F or lower – every degree of extra heating will increase energy usage six to eight percent.
  • Dress warmly.
  • Use more blankets at night.
  • Set ceiling fans on reverse to re-circulate the heat that builds up near the ceiling.
  • Cover windows on winter nights with insulated curtains.
  • Open interior blinds, drapes, or shades during the day to let the sun warm your home during cooler months.