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Tips to SAVE you money

 

Resolution

 

Most energy saving techniques are simple changes in daily habits and some can be done right away.

 

Save on gasoline:

  • Take advantage of our online services - pay water bills online, recreational activity fees, or permits, licenses or other fees.  Save on gas and postage stamps.

  • Shop locally and walk whenever possible.

  • If you need to drive, car pool if possible and run all of your errands at one time.

  • For optimum gasoline mileage, keep your tires properly inflated.

  • Keep your car serviced with clean filters and oil for optimum mileage.

  • Keep air conditioner use to a minimum.

  • Do not let your car idle.

Minimize water usage:

  • Do your laundry and dishwashing in the early morning or late evening.

  • Wash only full loads of clothes and air dry or if you must, set the water lever to a smaller load.

  • Use the cold wash/cold rinse setting for most of your laundry loads.

  • Wash only full loads of dishes. Adjust your dishwasher so dishes dry without heat.

  • Air drying dishes can cut energy use by one half.

  • If you wash dishes by hand, use one side of the sink or a large bowl for washing and the other side for rinsing.

  • Do not leave the faucet running which can use as much water as a shower or bath.

  • Heating water can account for 15% of your energy costs. Insulate your hot water tank if it is located in an unheated area.  Set both top and bottom elements of your electric water heater to 120 F, and insulate the first few feet of hot water pipe coming out of the water heater.

  • Install low-flow shower heads.  Use a water-saving showerhead rated at 2.5 gallons per minute or less. New showerheads give spray and deliver water with plenty of pressure. Water-saving pulsating shower massage models are also available.

  • Repair leaky faucets. A steady drip of hot water can waste many gallons of water and the energy it takes to heat them.

Keep electricity use to a minimum in your home and at work:

  • Microwave or use your outdoor grill instead of using the range or oven.

  • Use a toaster oven rather than a conventional.

  • Refrigerators and Freezers. The ideal setting is 40F for the refrigerator and 0F for the freezer.

  • Turn off lights, TV sets and stereos when you're not using them. Unplug electronics, such as appliances, and televisions when not in use.

  • Turn off your computer monitor. Screensavers do not save energy. A computer monitor uses almost as much energy as a refrigerator.

  • Replace bulbs in ceiling fixtures with lower wattage bulbs. Or replace two 60-watt bulbs with one 100-watt bulb. Better yet, replace standard incandescent bulbs that are on 4 hours or more with a compact fluorescent bulb. They use only one fourth the energy and last up to 10 times longer than standard bulbs.

  • Keep refrigerator coils clear of obstacles.

  • Turn off kitchen or bathroom exhaust fans when your air conditioning is operating.     

Keep your home cool in the summer:

  • Set your AC thermostat to 78 degrees. You can save up to 3 % on cooling costs for every degree you raise your thermostat.

  • Keep shrubs away from air conditioning units. It blocks vents and reduces the unit’s ability to exhaust air.

  • Check your air conditioners filter, once a month.

  • Keep air conditioners away from lights or other heat sources.

  • For central air conditioning systems, set your thermostat fan switch to "auto". Running the central AC fan 24 hours a day can add up to $15 to your bill and doesn't cool any more effectively.
  • Have a professional check your central unit once a year. A unit working improperly can force your bills higher, especially older units.

  • Use fans to improve air circulation, allowing you to raise the temperature on your thermostat and still feel comfortable.

  • Drapes, shades, and awnings shield windows from the hot sun.

  • Make sure your blinds and shades are closed in the morning.

  • Install compact fluorescent lights. They use less energy and produce less heat to provide the same amount of light.

  • Make sure your home is properly insulated.

  • Strategically-placed trees and bushes outside the sunny sides can also save you hundreds of dollars a year.  

Keep your home warm in the winter:

  • Setting electric heaters between 65F and 68F will save a substantial amount of energy. Turn off ceiling cable heaters and baseboard wall heaters when not at home to limit their use.

  • A portable heater may allow you to lower the temperature in the rest of the house, but it can also be expensive if used 24 hours. Use portable heaters in moderation.

  • Clean or replace filters air conditioners and heaters on a regular basis.

  • Keep furniture and other obstructions away from supply vents and air grills.

  • Have the air conditioning and electric heater inspected or services annually.

  • For heat pumps and air conditioners keep the area around the outside condensing unit clear of grass and other obstructions.

  • With a heat pump, avoid large changes in thermostat settings. A dramatic increase in temperature may cause the supplemental heat strip to operate, forcing energy consumption much higher along with your costs.  

  • Reduce solar heat gain by shading south and west facing windows during the summer. Use insulating blinds in the winter.

  • Have your heating and cooling ducts checked for leakage.

  • Purchase a programmable thermostat for heating and cooling and save up to $100 per year. Keep thermostats clear of heat sources such as lamps and television sets.

  • Set your heat no higher than 68 degrees during the day and lower it in the evening.

  • During winter months, health permitting, it's best to lower the thermostat to between 60 to 65 degrees at night. By keeping your thermostat 10 degrees lower at night you'll save 10% to 20% in heating costs.

  • Set your water heater between 110 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Wrap it in an insulating blanket; be sure to check the manual and labels on the tank first.

  • Make sure your storm windows are in place to keep heat inside.

  • Do not block radiators or heating vents with furniture or draperies and keep vents clear of dust.

  • Keep shades open during the day and closed in the evening to retain heat.

  • An open fireplace damper acts like an open window. Close it when not in use, or install tempered glass doors.

  • Have your heating system serviced once a year and regularly replace furnace filters and save up to 5% on your heating costs.

  • Plug home leaks: install weather-stripping and caulk all doors and windows, and install gaskets behind outlet covers. For less than $20 in materials, you can save 20% of your heating bill.

  • Install insulation in crawl spaces, attics, walls, and basements.

Good landscaping saves money:

  • Carefully-positioned trees can save up to 25% of a household's heating and cooling costs. The U.S. Department of Energy says that only three trees planted strategically can save an average household $100 to $250 in energy costs per year.
  • Deciduous trees should be planted on the south and western sides of the house to shade during the summer while allowing light in during the winter.
  • Evergreen trees and shrubs on the north and northwest sides can provide a windbreak.
  • Also, shading your AC unit can make it run up to 10% more efficiently.

Various Energy Saving Resources:

 

Recycling Services
New!  Drop Port Recycling
Mebane Bridge Recycling Center Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m
Saturdays 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sundays 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Note:  The Recycling Center is closed on city acknowledged holidays.

 

NOTICE - BEGINNING APRIL 1ST, 2008 THE RECYCLING CENTER HOURS WILL CHANGE:

The Recycling Center will be closed on Mondays AND Wednesdays

Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturdays - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sundays - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

 

NOTICE:  Waste Management provides curb side recycling for area businesses. 

Contact:  Robin Mumert at 336-531-3208


The following guidelines shall govern the City of Eden Solid Waste services until state and federal regulations require changes. HOUSEHOLD WASTES - ONCE WEEKLY COLLECTION

  • No leaves, grass clippings or other fine type yard wastes allowed in household garbage. (Rockingham County Landfill prohibited yard waste mixed with household garbage as of January 1, 1993).
  • Brick, rock, dirt and concrete are not collected by the city. Property owner must dispose of these at the Rockingham County or other approved landfill.
  • Liquid paint, oils fuel oil, gasoline and other hazardous wastes are not collected by the city. Empty paint cans and completely dried paint in containers are collected with regular household wastes. Oil and water base paint is accepted at Eden’s Recycle Drop - Off Facility on Mebane Bridge Road during normal hours of operation.
  • Place all household garbage in automated containers. All household garbage including empty cardboard boxes must be placed inside automated waste container for collection. Lid must be closed on container. A special one time collection of empty cardboard boxes and packing material is provided for new residents. Container must be at curb by 7:00 a.m. to assure collection on your scheduled day.
    •  BULK WASTES - (same day as household garbage collection) - ONCE WEEKLY COLLECTION
  • Brush and clean wood deriving from tree trimming and tree removal are collected by the city.
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    1. Up to twelve (12) inches diameter, maximum of eight (8) feet.
    2. Twelve (12) inches to twenty-four (24) inches diameter, maximum length four (4) feet.
    Pile wood straight with large ends facing the roadside. Do not place wood near low-hanging limbs, power lines or behind parked cars. (Maximum of one load per residence collected weekly. Additional loads can be collected at additional cost). (These materials are now ground up and recycled by the city. (They are prohibited by law from sanitary landfills.)
  • Separate building demolition materials from brush and clean wood. Scrap lumber and demolition materials are collected as a special collection upon request by owner according to the established fee. Contractor waste is non-serviceable by the City.
  • White goods (appliances) metal and general refuse including old mattresses and furniture must be separated. They will not be collected unless separated and piled in sections at the roadside. (White goods and metal items require special processing and now must be recycled).
  • Wood wastes from vacant lot clearing are not collected by the City except quantities not exceeding 2 cubic yards.
  • Large stumps, rock, concrete, dirt, brick and land clearing debris are not collected by the City. Small stumps not exceeding twelve (12) inches diameter at base of tree with dirt removed are collected when properly prepared for collection by owner.
  • Small amounts of roofing materials, shingles, felt, etc., must be placed in boxes or other disposable containers to be collected. Material amount and container size should be no more than 75 pounds. Contractor roofing wastes must be disposed of by the Contractor.
    •  RECYCLING
    The City’s Recycling Center on Mebane Road accepts the following:  Number 1 and 2 plastics, clear, brown and green glass food containers, newsprint, cardboard, aluminum, steel and tin cans, mixed paper, waste oil, auto type batteries, oil and water base paint. Your use of the recycling center helps the City meet the State mandated solid waste reduction goal. This requirement increases to 40% by 2001 and even more by 2006.Residents may contact the Solid Waste Division at (336) 627-7783, Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., for information concerning waste collections, recycling and complaints pertaining to waste services.

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