Saving Throughout The Seasons

Open blinds or curtains in winter to let the sun help warm your home - close them in summer to keep the heat out.	Use ceiling fans, if you have them, to help air circulate all year round.
Clean or change your furnace filter every month or two (depending on how often it is being used) to keep it running efficiently.	Hire a heating, ventilation, & air-conditioning (HVAC) professional once a year to maintain & inspect your heating and cooling system and keep it running efficiently.
Keep cold air returns and vents free of obstacles to allow proper air flow.	Replace your old thermostat with a new programmable one - set it at 20°C in the winter & 26°C in the summer to maximize savings.
Close vents and doors (including closet doors) to rooms not in use.	Purchase and use a humidifier in the winter - moisture in the air makes the air feel warmer.
Close your fireplace damper and glass doors when it's not in use - warm air rises and will escape easily through your chimney.	Insulate, weatherstrip and caulk around windows, doors, attic hatches, and all other outlets on exterior walls.
Check the insulation levels in your attic - it should be well insulated and ventilated to avoid heat and moisture build-up.	Learn about the ecoENERGY Retrofit program that offers financial incentives and information to make your home more energy efficient.