Six ways Ameren Missouri customers can save this winter
Simple changes can help customers with energy bill
From ice, snow and below average temperatures, winter has been brutal for much of the Midwest. Not only do these factors impact the comfort of Ameren Missouri's customers in their homes, but they also influence their energy bills. To help save money and energy, Ameren Missouri offers several tips and programs to help customers stay comfortable this winter.
Unplug unused electronics because even if they are turned off, they are still drawing power, wasting energy and hiking up your power costs. Try an advanced power strip to manage these devices.
Keep your fireplace damper closed unless a fire is burning, so heat doesn’t escape up the chimney.
Check the vents and make sure the dampers are open and not blocked by furniture or drapes, so the heat can flow freely throughout your home when the cold weather kicks in. While you’re at it, vacuum any dust or pet hair from the registers and air returns that may have collected throughout the spring and summer to ensure your furnace runs efficiently.
Roll out the rugs: Instead of cranking up the heat when your bare floors are chilly in the winter, lay down an area rug. Rugs trap heat more efficiently than hardwood floors, giving the heating system in your home a rest — which means you get lower energy bills, a beautiful home and warm feet!
Make the switch to LED light bulbs. LED light bulbs use up to 80% less energy and last 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs.
Take advantage of Ameren’s home energy assessments to help identify energy saving upgrades. The Pay As You Save (PAYS®) program helps lower your energy bill by making affordable energy efficiency upgrades around your home.
Smart thermostats help users save energy while giving them more control over their home's HVAC system.
"We highly encourage our customers to take advantage of our energy efficiency programs year-round and watch for instant discounts on smart thermostats through our online marketplaces," said Shelly Harmon, manager of energy efficiency for Ameren Missouri.
Ameren Missouri customers can find instant savings on energy efficiency products by visiting AmerenMissouriMarketplace.com. For more information on the company's energy efficiency programs, customers are encouraged to visit Ameren.com/EnergyEfficiency.