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      Put your home to the Energy Efficiency Test.
Yes  No 1. Does your house face north or south instead of east or west?
Yes  No 2. Do you have attic insulation with an insulation factor of R-30 to R-38?
Yes  No 3. Do you have a slab foundation?
Yes  No 4.  Do windows take up more than 15% of your total wall area?
Yes  No 5.  Do you have insulated exterior doors or storm doors?
Yes  No 6. Do you have attic vents (turbines, vent caps, gable end louvers or vents) beneath the eaves of your house?
Yes  No 7. Are your roof shingles light colored if you live in a warmer climate or dark colored if you live in a colder climate?
Yes  No 8. If you have a fireplace, do you keep the damper closed when it's not in use?
Yes  No 9. Is your ductwork insulated (if it's located in an unairconditioned area such as your attic)?
Yes  No 10. Does your air conditioner have a minimum Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating of 12 or above?
Yes  No 11. Do you have a setback thermostat?
Let's add up your checks and see how your home performs. Click below to create a customized list of ways you can make your home more energy efficient.