7 Holiday Energy Saving Tips

With colder weather, holiday entertaining and out-of-town guests, it's no surprise our homes use more energy in winter.  But these energy-saving tips can help fight those winter energy blues.  Get more at fortisbc.com/savingtips

1. Clean or replace your furnace's filter to keep it running effiiciently.  

2. Use your natural gas fireplace to heat only the rooms you're using. 

3. Install a programmable thermostat and you'll never worry about forgetting to turn down the heat again. 

4. Keep the heat in by caulking and weatherstripping exterior doors and windows. 

5. Hosting a big dinner?  Before guests arrive, lower the thermostat - body heat will more than make up for it. 

6. Run you dishwasher only when full, use the energy-saving cycle and let dishes air dry. 

7. Install water-efficient shower heads and faucets.  They can help cut down on water use.