Home energy use accounts for one fifth of all energy consumed in the United States. Much of these precious resources are simply going to waste. Just as serious is the resulting pollution of our air and water. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that the typical American home is responsible for almost two times the carbon dioxide emissions as the typical car. (This includes power plant emissions as well as those from oil and gas furnaces.)

With coming utilility deregulation, Pennsylvania home owners are likely be hit with the same kind of electrical rate hikes already suffered by Delaware and Maryland home owners who recently experienced over 50% rate increases.

The good news is that there are several things you can do to reduce your home's utility bills. First and foremost is to maintain your major energy-consuming appliances. This includes annual maintenance and monthly air filter changes. Enroll Now In Our FREE Monthly Filter-Change Reminder Service.

Next, you can learn the 33 important energy-saving steps we professionals take in our own homes. These include things you can do yourself with little effort or added expense as well as some you may do on your own or with our assistance.