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Energy Efficiency Counseling Knowledge Check
1.
Name:
2.
What county do you live in?
Autauga
Chilton
Elmore
Shelby
3.
What is the most practical and cost-effective way to save energy at home?
Installing solar panels
Painting your home white
Making sure your home is properly insulated
Keeping lights off at night
4.
Caulk should be used on moving parts like doors and windows
True
False
5.
Why is weatherstripping recommended for your home?
To seal leaks around doors or windows
To improve energy efficiency
To lower energy bills
All of the above
6.
What is caulk good for fixing inside the home?
Drafty window
Broken locks
Ceiling leaks
Dirty vents
7.
What is one thing you should regularly check to improve airflow and energy efficiency?
Chimney bricks
Vents and air filters
Light Bulbs
Door handles
8.
Why should you replace HVAC filters and clean vents?
To make the system louder
To increase water pressure
To keep the system operating at maximum efficiency
To cool down the attic
9.
What is another appliance you should inspect during winterization?
Refrigerator
Oven
Dishwasher
Water heater
10.
What is the recommended thermostat setting for a water heater to save energy and avoid burns?
150 ℉
120 ℉
100 ℉
180 ℉
11.
Turning down your water heater’s thermostat helps to
Clean the water faster
Reduce mold growth
Lower energy use and prevent scalding
Increase steam for the bathroom