 | Energy Myth Busters | October is Energy Awareness Month, and a great way to celebrate is to make an improvement that gets you a tax credit. Click here for a one-of-a-kind coupon. | ‘Til then, save on energy with these energy myth busters.… | MYTH: | Closing Air Vents Saves Energy |  
|  | Closing vents in rooms you don’t use won’t stop air from entering the duct, just from entering the room, affecting the efficiency of your system, not saving energy. | MYTH: | For your home to be green, you only need a high-efficiency furnace. |  | It doesn’t matter how efficient your furnace is if it’s heating the outside of your house. At the same time, you can take advantage of incredible tax credits on a new energy efficient system, make sure your home is insulated inside and out too. Click here to see if it is time to replace your furnace. | MYTH: | When my appliance is turned off, it’s off. |  | Many devices use power even when they’re switched off, sometimes as much power as when they’re on! A large number of electrical products from TV’S to cell phone chargers draw power 24/7, so unplug unused appliances. Easier if you group several on one power strip. | MYTH: | Buying an efficient air conditioner or furnace will automatically reduce my energy bill. | |  | Definitely. But to ensure all savings are realized, make sure your system is installed properly by a reputable business accredited with the Better Business Bureau. Make sure ducts and windows are airtight too. |
| No Myth! | Bardi Heating & Air will double your federal tax credit to $3000. And with a Georgia Power rebate, save up to $3400 on an energy efficient system. Hurry! Offer good only till December 31, 2010. |
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