It’s that time of year when the trees become bare, when the sun sets earlier day by day, and ominous nights haunt our lives. When children, both young and old, lurk out seeking free treats to devour. It’s the night when vampires seek, witches fly, and werewolves hunt. It’s Halloween tonight…
We all enjoy a good scare and some bags of candy here and there. Many of us decorate our homes to give everyone the ultimate Halloween experience. With so many Halloween decorations available, is it possible to have an energy efficient Halloween and still give people chills as they knock on your door for candy? Here are a few monstrous tips to make your Halloween a gooey green Halloween:
1. Use LED battery candles instead of light bulbs or flame candles for Jack-o’-lanterns and other decorations. These types of candles will last you longer and avoid the possible heat hazards caused by conventional sources. In addition, LED can last you about 133 times longer than incandescent battery candles.
2. Non-electric decorations can also scare your trick-or-treaters. Instead of plugging in a few hundred fog machines to put your visitors in the Halloween spirit, build the perfect horror movie set at your door step. You could even dress up as Dracula!
3. Witches don’t drive. The nice thing about this holiday is walking around the neighborhood and getting to know your neighbors by scaring them for candy. Although, if you’re in a hurry this evening, be aware, witches and wizards are not immune to city traffic.
4. Join a Monster Bash. Coordinate or join a neighborhood Halloween party to use less energy. Avoid those energy vampires by lowering your heat when you leave your home and remember to unplug things you’re not using like laptop and cellphone chargers. You can save an average of $100 per year by unplugging these standby appliances. Just think about how much extra candy you could buy!
Whatever your Halloween plans are, have a safe and frightening Halloween! If you still have chills after Halloween and believe a poltergeist occupies your home, instead of calling the Supernatural guys, call your local contractor to expel those spirits away by insulating your coffin with insulation upgrades from our friends at CertainTeed!
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