ERC Can Help Renters in the San Luis Valley Reduce Utility Bills
You don’t have to own your home in the San Luis Valley to get help permanently reducing your utility bills. The Energy Resource Center can help families make free energy efficiency upgrades to homes they rent as well.
Are Home Energy Improvements Tax Deductible?
It’s tax time. Don’t forget that you can claim a tax credit for energy efficiency improvements you made to your home last year. While most home energy efficiency improvements aren’t tax deductible, you can claim a tax credit, which is even better because it doesn’t just reduce the income you’re taxed on, it reduces the actual taxes you pay.
San Luis Valley Electric Co-Op Energy Assistance Programs
Utility bills – especially in the winter when heating costs climb – add a tremendous expense for many San Luis Valley residents. Because the utility is community owned and run, it works hard to make electricity and heat affordable to everyone.
Keep Your House Warm Through the Cold San Luis Winter
Because the San Luis Valley is the agricultural heart of Colorado, a lot of people tend to think it’s warmer here than it is in other parts of the state. But the truth is that it’s even colder in this high-altitude desert than in most places along the Front Range.
Denver Energy Assistance Programs
There are several programs and nonprofits that help Denver-area families afford their utility bills. Turn to these resources if you have trouble keeping your home comfortable and safe in the winter or the summer.
What is the Average Utility Bill in Denver?
The average utility bill in Denver, including electric, heat and water, is $116.52, according to Numbeo, a website that collects survey data about cost of living in various cities.
How Window Coverings Can Save You Cash
Your windows are a fantastic source of natural light and heat when you want a built-in, free air-conditioning system during the summer. The trick to getting what you want from windows is your window coverings. The right blinds or draperies can save you big on your energy bills.
Holiday Lights Should Bring Cheer, Not High Utility Bills
The trees are starting to shed their leaves for the winter. Halloween decorations are being replaced with turkeys and the kids are starting their holiday wish lists. It’s just about time for the holiday decorations and Christmas lights to go up all over southern Colorado.
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