We spend a sizeable chunk of our incomes on utility bills. A typical household in the United States spends about $1,810 per year on electricity alone, according to the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee. In some states, residents are paying over $2,200 per year to keep the lights on. When you factor in the rising rates on natural gas, the number gets even higher.
To cut your energy bills and increase your comfort, an energy audit — a.k.a., a whole-house assessment — and home retrofit may be in order.
