summer

Rising home heating and cooling costs mean higher energy bills. Now is a good time to consider energy-efficient home improvements to reduce your overall energy use and save you money this summer. ADD WEATHER-STRIPPING: If you use air conditioning in the summer, you can save money by keeping the cool air inside with weather stripping. To check seals, light an incense stick and move it around the edge of your doors and windows. If the smoke moves horizontally, there is an air leak. INSULATE ATTICS, WALLS AND FLOORS: According to the Department of Energy, you can reduce your cooling needs by 30 percent by adding just a few hundred dollars worth of new insulation.…