Celebrating father figures and their ‘dadages’

Honor fathers and father figures everywhere with their tried-and-true energy efficiency advice

Dads and father figures everywhere have their own unique way of communicating and sharing their knowledge — in fact, we like to call them “dadages.”

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To get you started, here are some of our team’s favorites: 
 

“They don’t make ‘em like they used to.”

When it’s time to replace that old appliance, be it a furnace, water heater or washing machine, the adage “they don’t make ‘em like they used to” might come to mind.  

The good news is that many newer models of appliances come with energy-saving technology that makes it easier to save energy and money.  

Plus, with rebates from Spire, you can get money back on your purchase to ease some of the upfront costs.  

“We’re not cooling (or heating) the whole neighborhood!”

Playing outside in the scorching summer heat or freezing winter cold is a staple of childhood. But if you ran in and out of your home too frequently, mom and dad might have had something to say about that.

On the worst weather days, your heating and cooling equipment work harder to maintain a constant temperature inside, making your energy bills higher than normal.  

Dad might have been on to something — it’s helpful to keep exterior doors closed to keep your home comfortable and save a little money.  

“Don’t touch the thermostat!”  

Any kiddo who has adjusted the thermostat away from a parent’s preferences knows just how serious this is. However, a programmable or smart thermostat can automatically adjust your home’s temperature based on your daily habits. That means no more turning it up or down before leaving, and no more fear of forgetting to do so.