Energy Efficiency Tips for Renters

Save energy. Save money.

Follow these tips to reduce the amount of energy you use in your home. Doing so can lower how much you spend on electricity bills.

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Spring & SummerSpring & Summer
Shower with cool water instead of hot

Hot water creates steam that will increase the temperature in your bathroom. Cool or cold water will keep your bathroom free of hot steam.

EverydayEveryday
Air dry clothes instead of using a dryer

You can use less energy by skipping the clothes dryer and hanging clothes to dry instead. If you use the dryer, try not to overfill as it will take longer for the clothes dry.

Spring & SummerSpring & Summer
Check and clean air conditioner filters

Clogged filters reduce airflow and decrease equipment efficiency. If you notice your equipment isn't functioning properly, ask your property manager to check the filter.

Fall & WinterFall & Winter
Leave bedroom doors open or cracked to let heat circulate

If you have a heat pump in your primary living space, leaving bedroom doors open or cracked allows heated air to reach those rooms and increases heating efficiency.

Spring & SummerSpring & Summer
Vent heat with kitchen and bathroom fans

Ventilation fans can help remove hot air from your home and keep these rooms cooler.

Spring & SummerSpring & Summer
Use portable or ceiling fans to cool down

Fans create a breeze and increase air circulation to help you feel more comfortable without adjusting your thermostat. Remember to turn fans off when you leave the room.