Adrian, MI – With frigid cold draped across Michigan this week, Consumers Energy is highlighting programs, dollars and ways to help Michiganders lower, and get help with, their energy bills.
Here are some tips:
· Have your heating system tuned and inspected by a service professional. Heat losses from a poorly maintained system can range between 1-2 percent a year.
· Clean or replace your furnace filter often during the heating season. If your furnace can “breathe” more easily, it will use less energy.
· Dial your thermostat down at night and add an extra blanket for warmth. Adjusting your home’s temperature by even 1 degree can lower your heating bill by 1 to 3 percent.
· Make sure your attic, basement, garage and exterior doors are closed to prevent cold drafts from getting in and heat from getting out.
· Schedule a Consumers Energy home energy analysis. The free analysis offers ways you can take action to save energy at home.
They also encourage people who need help to contact 2-1-1. The free service connects Michiganders with nonprofits to find help with basic needs, from energy bills to food and shelter.
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