With a new year, many people like to reevaluate their energy use, to find ways to cut back on heating and cooling costs in their budget. A few easy things to do include unplugging appliances when you’re not using them, turning off lights as you leave the room, and installing programmable thermostats to control the temperature more precisely. You can also consider energy-efficient window treatments, which can help cut back on the amount of cold or hot air that enters or escapes a window by 50%. And now is an even better time for upgrading window treatments, because Hunter Douglas is offering rebates on several of their popular products. Speak to a Windows to the World consultant for more information, including limitations and restrictions. [Read more…]