Use a humidifier to moisturize the air and overcome the effects of furnaces, fireplaces, air conditioning and the desert in general. Use fans or air circulators to increase ventilation and keep air moving. On spring days, open the windows instead. Remove common pollutants, such as toxic cleaners, scented personal care products, pesticides, gas appliances and synthetic fibers. You save about 73 percent in energy costs when you use an electric mower instead of a gas mower.
Electric mowers are more energy-efficient.
Studies have shown that consumers like electric mowers at least the same as gas mowers if not better. Participants prefer the cordless electric mowers due to their safety, durability, convenience, user-friendliness, starting ease and handling. These mowers are quiet, convenient and demand almost no maintenance, yet the cost is similar to that for gas mowers. Use your dishwasher's booster heater to make up the difference. Also consider a high-efficiency water heater.