This has been one of the snowiest, coldest winters New York City has seen in years. The result is a unanimous feeling that spring may never come. In addition to slippery commutes and endless sniffles, heating bills and energy consumption has soared. Now that February is almost over, everyone can begin to look forward to the crisp, mild spring days that make this city the best in the world. Berk Trade & Business School joins New Yorkers in welcoming an early spring. With the trade school’s electrical and plumbing programs, students are busily preparing themselves for careers as successful, professional tradesmen. If you’re not a professional electrician, you can still give spring cleaning a whole new meaning this year by taking steps to save energy, and lower your bills.

When it is finally time to swap out wool sweaters for light jackets, consider some of the following cleaning and maintenance tips to make your home more energy efficient:

• Clean Refrigerator Coils: The fridge uses huge amounts of energy, so make sure it's running as efficiently as possible by taking the time to dust and wipe down the fridge’s coils.
• Dust Light Bulbs: It’s simple; a clean light bulb gives off more light with the same amount of energy at the same cost. You’ll require fewer lights and brighten your home.
• Clean or Change A/C Filters: This is incredibly important. By completing the simple task of cleaning you’re A/C filters or replacing them with an inexpensive trip to the hardware store, you’ll save money.

Sometimes, you don’t need a professional plumber or electrician to keep your home running as efficiently as possible. There are plenty of quick fixes and energy-saving tips to take. Why not use spring cleaning as an excuse to set your home on track for the warmer months? Berk Trade & Business School has the adult education programs to set graduates on track for successful careers and you have the resources necessary to get your electrical, heating, and plumbing systems on track, too. For more energy saving tips, “Like” the trade school on Facebook!