Out of Gas Newsletter - Issue 26 January 31, 2009
++ News -
We moved the site to a new server this past week - so that has been the reason for the lack of posts. There was a huge ice storm in our state (Kentucky) this past week, but thankfully we were spared any damage.
You can get an idea of some of the damage by checking out these links.
http://wkyt.mycapture.com/mycapture/photos/Album.aspx?EventID=254131&CategoryID=27735
It was pretty wild though it was 60+ degrees Wed. morning. Weds. evening the temp was in the low 30’s.
Saving Money The Nitty Gritty -
Saving Money on your Water bill.
Last week we talked about saving money on your Garbage bill.
Everyone needs water. If you’re like most people you have a set amount of water you can use for a set price. That will be our goal number. We want to use up to that limit but not go over it. If you’re already there, congratulations you can skip this. If you go over your limit frequently then read on.
Here is an excellent resource -
http://frugalliving.about.com/od/householdsavings/tp/Save_Money_On_Water_Bill.htm
Some highlights include:
Switching to a lower flow shower head - taking quick showers.
Saving Money when you flush and only wash full loads.
Upcoming Tips
Tuesday we’ll talk about saving money on your Heating / Cooling.
2-3 Then we’ll cover Electricity
2-7 The Telephone bill / Internet
2-10 We’ll start on Household Expenses and Supplies (not including Food)
