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Hot water bottles are great for keeping a bed nice and toasty warm at night. Wheat bags can work the same way - just place in the microwave for a few minutes and they'll hold heat for hours. With a warm bed, it will be more tolerable to turn off or lower the heater at night, … [Read more...] about Turn off the heater and fill up a hot water bottle

One of the greatest and cheapest sources of heat is the sun. In winter, make sure to open blinds and curtains to let as much sunlight in as possible. Also consider using a wood fireplace or wood-burning stove instead of gas or electric heat. These will both save on heating costs. … [Read more...] about Use nature to save money on heating and cooling costs

Double pane windows are a wise investment for winter climates. They help hold warm air in the house and keep cold air out. If they you can't afford them right now, buy a cheaper, do-it-yourself kit from the hardware store to seal the inside of the windows with plastic. This, … [Read more...] about Weatherize a home with double pane windows and extra insulation

Storm doors are a very effective way to prevent energy loss. Install one on each exterior door. Also check for government tax credits.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Install Storm Doors to save on energy costs

While this is a task that requires a plumber and up-front cost of up to $500, it can save on hot water costs in the long term, with energy savings of up to 30%. A drain- or grey-water heat recovery system will capture the heat from hot water pouring down drains of showers, sinks, … [Read more...] about A heat-recovery system may be a wise investment