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Boomshore specializes in energy saving upgrades that will pay
for themselves over time and make your home more
comfortable.  The following are ways we can reduce both your
energy costs and impact on the environment(see below for ways
you can save):

  • Install a programmable thermostat

  • Seal leaks around outlets, switch plates, fixtures, attic access, etc.  

  • Install blown-in insulation

  • Install an energy efficient shower head

  • Install an Energy Star qualified light fixture

  • Install occupancy/vacancy sensors

  • Install and seal fireplace doors

  • Install energy-efficient window film

  • Install energy efficient appliances

  • Caulk and weatherstrip doors and windows

  • Install window blinds and shades

  • Install a ceiling fan

  • Seal air duct leaks

  • Fix holes in drywall

  • Weatherproofing

  • Install door sweeps

  • Replace heater and AC filters

  • Install a dimmer switch

  • Clean refrigerator coils

  • Insulate hot water pipes

  • Cover unused HVAC vents with plastic sheeting
The following are some of the top ways you can reduce your
energy costs:


  • Use LED lights for your holiday light strings

  • Close fireplace damper when not in use

  • Open south facing blinds/drapes  in winter and close in summer

  • Close shades at night and windows not facing south(in Winter)

  • Service your heating and cooling system

  • Air dry dishes instead of using your dishwasher’s drying cycle

  • Replace your old appliances with Energy Star products

  • Replace your furnace filter

  • If you never use your fireplace, plug and seal the chimney flue

  • Turn down the temperature of your water heater to the warm
    setting (120°F)

  • Close attached garage door when not in use

  • Use Slow cookers which can be as much at 75% more efficient
    than  the stove and oven.

  • Use Ceiling fans (clockwise in Winter and counter-clockwise in
    Summer)

  • Take short showers instead of baths

  • Get a laptop computer instead of desktop(laptop uses 1/5 power)

  • Get an inkjet Printer instead of laser(inkjets use 1/3 power)

  • Get a LCD Flat Screen TV instead of Plasma(LCD's use 2/3 power)

  • Turn down heat or A/C and close vents in rooms not in use

  • Turn off power strip for computer/monitor and unplug  electrical
    items when not in use

  • Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes and dry on medium or
    low heat

  • Wash clothes in cold water and use cold water detergent

  • Keep lids on pots to cook food quicker and save on energy

  • Use a clothesline

  • Clean lint screen on Dryer

  • Use your oven in the Winter and grill outdoors in Summer

  • Don't open oven during cooking or you will lose 25 degrees in heat

  • Put insulation blanket around hot water heater

  • Keep your refrigerator set at 38 Degrees

  • Drain a bucket of water out of the hot water heater once a year to
    remove sediment
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