Steven  Burrows

Steven Burrows

Real Estate Agent

Right at Home Realty, Brokerage*

Office:
905-637-1700 ext. 1
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Home Energy Checklist

I recently put together this Home Energy Efficiency Checklist to help homeowners optimize their energy consumption and reduce their energy bills. I designed it as an easy-to-use guide for periodically examining your home to find energy-wasting trouble spots. It also includes some preventative maintenance tips that will help you avoid problems before they happen.

Home Energy Efficiency Checklist


 

ANNUALLY

  • Service your heat and air conditioning systems
  • Check exterior windows and doors for caulking and weather stripping
     

SEASONALLY

  • Check furnace switch, and fuse or breaker
  • Check furnace fan, oiling motor and changing belt if necessary
  • Check thermostat accuracy by taping thermometer to wall next to it. If discrepancies occur, call a serviceman to re-calibrate the unit.
  • Check central air conditioning condenser for leaves and debris obstructing air flow. Hose unit clean if necessary
  • Keep shrubs pruned back to maximize air flow
     

MONTHLY

  • Check and clean or replace furnace filter
  • Clean air cleaner filters
  • Check vents for obstructions
     

GENERAL

  • Check attic insulation for type/thickness
  • During humid weather check central air conditioner, condensate drain to ensure it is carrying away excessive moisture

If you have any further questions about how to maximize your home energy efficiency, or if you would like me to provide you with my short list of home energy experts, please call or email me. And if you hear of anyone who's looking to buy or sell, please keep me in mind.

Steven Burrows

Right at Home Realty
Sales Representative

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