A Call to Energy Saving Action

A Call to Energy Saving Action

Call to Energy Saving Action

"With cold weather around the corner and President Bush's call to conserve, small actions -- like changing a light bulb or weather-stripping the windows -- can benefit our wallets and our nation's energy resources," said EPA Administrator Stephen L. Johnson. "By taking a few common-sense steps to conserve our home energy use, we can get the most out of our energy dollars and keep more money in our pockets." The average American household spends $1,500 annually on energy bills -- a number that may go up as much as 50 percent this year. Almost half of that energy goes to heating and cooling residences.

The seal and insulate process has two basic steps in home energy conservation: 1) seal all places where air leaks in or out of a home; and, 2) add insulation. The seal and insulate home improvement process controls energy costs, makes homes more comfortable and helps the environment.

Posted on November 11, 2005 02:11 | Home Improvement News
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