With the topic of climate change, heating and cooling costs have particularly come to owners' attention. But according to a survey by Payless Power, only about 47% of homeowners said they considered cost of electricity when purchasing their home. While this can vary widely according to living in a cold winter blast area, or the hot summer deserts of Arizona and California, agencies have increased their utility charges.
To conserve costs, consider using off-peak hours (check with your utility company, usually later in the evening), using energy efficient appliances and unplug them while you're on vacation, and sealing the house as cracks and gaps can account for a 40% loss of heat--dual paned windows are not inexpensive but can be worth the cost.
Julia Huntsman, REALTOR, Broker | http://www.abodes.realestate | 562-896-2609 | California Lic. #01188996
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