Energy Conservation:

Saves fuel, saves money, and still

keeps you warm.

Homeowners everywhere are concerned about the cost of home heating.

But there are proven ways you can reduce the fuel you use to heat your

home, by getting very serious about conservation. And the less fuel

you use, the more money you’ll save. Here’s how to do it:

1. Save 5% with an annual tune-up.

Keeping your system running cleanly and efficiently can cut fuel

consumption 5% or more. Call your fuel dealer today for more information.

2. Save 5% or more with a programmable thermostat.

For as little as $25, a programmable thermostat pays for itself over

and over again.

3. Space heating solutions can reduce fuel consumption.

Your fuel dealers have great solutions to help you reduce the use of

your central system: propane, oil, or kerosene space heaters are

inexpensive, automatic, and virtually maintenance-free (no weekly

ash shoveling, loading, or storing).

4. Save more with domestic hot water efficiencies.

Indirect water heaters and instant-on systems can save lots of

money and provide endless supplies of hot water.

5. Save energy with outdoor reset controls.

Why have your boiler always run as if it were 20 below outside? The automatic controls sense higher outdoor temperatures, so your boiler can run more efficiently and use less fuel.

6. Replacing old equipment can pay for itself.

Replace an old burner with a new retention head burner, or replace an old system and save up to 40% or more with a new system. Have greater comfort, and reduce your carbon footprint.

7. Weatherize. Weatherize. Weatherize.

Improved insulation, caulking, replacing old windows, insulating more — you’ll be amazed at how aggressive weatherization can reduce your home-heating costs.

There are lots of other ways to cut fuel consumption. Lowering your thermostat five degrees can save five percent. Make sure your baseboards aren’t blocked by furniture or drapes. Even vacuuming the “vanes” in your baseboard will save a few dollars.

Why spend your hard-earned money on a whole different heating system when there are hundreds of dollars to be saved just through energy conservation alone? Talk with your heating fuel dealer about energy saving strategies for your home. Or visit us online at www.vermontfuel.com for more information.