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Reduce Those Utility Bills

UtilitiesA careful examination of your tire dealership’s energy-consumption practices will reveal numerous opportunities to reduce overall utility costs.

Save a few bucks by:

  1. Installing programmable thermostats
  2. Closing off unused areas
  3. Placing lighting appropriately throughout the building and turning it on only when needed
  4. Sharing printers and copiers
  5. Buying cost-efficient equipment
  6. Checking vents and ducts for air leakage; and closing exterior doors and windows.

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