2718 days ago

Winter heating hacks

Emelyn McHardy Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
With the warmer weather still a few months away, it can be tempting to blast the heater or stay in the warm shower a little longer.

However, heating can be expensive, which is why Terry Johnson took heating into his own hands with his DIY solar heat collector.

Because of this Johnson and his family were able to heat there home for an estimated $1.50 per year.

Will any Franklin DIY fanatics be attempting this heating life hack?
Or do you have your own tricks for cost-effective heating in the winter?
Let us know in the comments below.

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