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These short videos walk you through simple steps you could take in your home to save energy. Stories of how Vermonters are saving follow below.

Efficiency Vermont Home Energy Visit

The first step in saving energy is understanding how much you use and which products or systems use the most.

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Spend less money on hot water by insulating

Insulating hot water pipes and your water heater or storage tank can save you about $40 each year. By keeping the water hot as it travels to you, you'll get hot water faster at the faucet and you can turn down your heater a couple degrees.

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Spend less money on heat by sealing ducts

If you heat or cool your home with forced air, you could lose up to 30% of it through your ducts if they’re not sealed. That leads to uncomfortable rooms and high energy costs. Sealing them up can make a big difference.

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Save 10% on heating with a smart thermostat

Insulating hot water pipes and your water heater or storage tank can save you about $40 each year. By keeping the water hot as it travels to you, you'll get hot water faster at the faucet and you can turn down your heater a couple degrees.

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Stop drafts and increase comfort with storm windows

Drafts through leaky windows can account for up to 25% of your heating and cooling bills. Storm windows stop drafts, boosting your comfort. High quality options, like Low-E storm windows, will save you money.

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How To Do The Work

Installing Storm Windows

Learn the basics of installing a storm window. Explore different ways to repair and improve drafty windows.

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Tips On How To Air Seal Your Home

Efficiency Vermont experts are here to help, with professional tips on how to seal common problem areas like windows, outlets, and doors.

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Tips on How to Insulate Your Basement

Efficiency Vermont experts are here to help, with professional tips on air sealing and insulating your basement. Locate common problem areas, and learn how to seal them. Then check out the different types of insulation that can work in a basement.

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Tips on How to Insulate your Attic

Efficiency Vermont experts are here to help, with professional tips on air sealing and insulating your attic. Learn where to find air leaks and how to seal them. Then we’ll look at various types of insulation, and how best to use them to combat the stack effect.

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Vermont Stories

Cold Climate Heat Pump Saves Family $1200 a Year
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90 Yr Old Vermont Farmhouse Converts Into an EHOME

Meet the Borkowskis, a family of four whose Rutland, Vermont home was transformed into the energy home of the future.

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Paul's Story
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Janice's Story
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Elizabeth and Ella's Story
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