"DIYman" wrote in message
m...
I was kind of freaked about natural gas prices since I got two notices
from Alliant Energy that they were hiking prices. I read some tips on
the DOE website about how to weather proof and save heat this winter.
I did a few things and spent about $2500. I got my first two natuaral
gas bill and was pleasantly surprised when I comared to my last years
gas bill. I saved 20% this month and last month. This is what I did.

90% efficient powervent furnace installed = $2000
I put a Chimney Balloon in my fireplace flue = $50
I calked my old style single pane windows = $5
I blew in another 12" of celulose attic insulation = $250
I foamed around my door jams with Great stuff. = $10

The time and money I sent on this stuff is minimal compared to a 20%
savings. I am thrilled!


You would have been even more thrilled had you waited until January 1st to
make those improvements at which time they would also have yielded big tax
savings...

Patrick