This past year I became a Certified EcoBroker - with this designation I am able to represent my sellers and buyers with information about Green Building and energy savings in real estate.

 Energy(Money) Saving Tips 

1. Insulate your hot water heater –

2. Use a programmable thermostat – Programmable thermostats automatically adjust the temperature of your home while you are away and while you are sleeping.

3.  Seal and insulate your home

Sealing and insulating your home will improve comfort and reduce heating and cooling costs. To improve the “envelope” of your home, add insulation, seal air leaks, and choose energy-efficient windows.

4.  Maintain the right temperature on your refrigerator and freezer – refrigerators can use up to 20 percent of total electricity in your home. To keep your power bills low, use only as much energy as is necessary. The refrigerator should be set between 38 degrees and 42 degrees and the freezer should be set between 0 and 5 degrees.

5.  Wash clothes in cold water -

6.  Take advantage of incentives and rebates – Check with your local utility company to see what incentives or rebates are available for the purchase of energy efficient appliances, lighting or heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems

Liz Miesnik/CEO/Broker in Charge