Oftentimes, many small changes that you can implement in your life will not only affect the environment - they can also help you save money.  As everyone knows, home heating costs are likely to be extremely high this year, and some minor changes may really help you reduce your energy costs as well as helping to minimize your carbon footprint.

One of the best deals around is the free energy audit that most energy companies will provide to you.  Because it’s free, energy audits are often difficult to schedule - so the late summer/early fall is the perfect time to make the call.  During the energy audit, a specialist from the energy company will review your bills, take a look at your heating/cooling system, and see if there are any areas of your home that need insulation, covering, or improvement.

Make sure that you maximize your free appointment by preparing in advance.  It’s best to have a few copies of your heating bills from the last year or so.  Also, take a look around your house to see if there are areas of concern.  For instance, do you feel a draft from the air conditioning vents?  The specialist can definitely be a wealth of knowledge for you - more so if you have questions prepared in advance.

So, what are you waiting for?  Call your energy company today - save money and reduce your energy intake!