(BPT) - Relocating from a Northern region to a Southern U.S. state can provide a mild respite from frigid winters. However, if problems exist within your new home's energy infrastructure, moving to a warmer climate zone could potentially be followed by your energy bills heating up. Still, there are steps homeowners can take to keep their cool and keep their budget on track — even in Southern climate zones. According to the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy, even modest weatherization measures like air sealing and increasing the quality and thickness of attic insulation can reliably reduce energy usage by 12%-18%.1*
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