WEATHERIZATION WORKSHOP TEACHES “DO-IT-YOURSELF” HOME ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS

October 25, 2011

by KHRC

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-Free Clinic to Help Homeowners Reduce Energy Costs, Improve Health, Comfort and Safety-

WICHITA, KS – October 25, 2011 – (RealEstateRama) — In celebration of National Weatherization Day, the South Central Kansas Economic Development District (SCKEDD) will host a free weatherization workshop to help Kansas homeowners learn cost-effective ways to curb energy use. Sponsored by SCKEDD, Menards, Westar Energy and TempStar, the clinic will offer tips on taking a whole-home approach to energy efficiency, how to adapt lifestyles to reduce utility costs and how to distinguish “do-it yourself” projects from those that may require professional services.

“Homeowners across Kansas are looking for ways to cut energy waste and this workshop is a great place to learn which weatherization practices work best,” said Bill Lampe, SCKEDD Weatherization Manager.

The workshop will take place on Saturday, October 29th from 10am to 2pm at the WICHITA EAST Menards store located at 3250 N. Toben Street, near the intersection of K-96 and North Webb Road. Admission is free and registration is not required. Participants attending the workshop are encouraged to enter prize drawings for the following giveaways:

Free HVAC System – installation provided by SCKEDD, equipment provided by TempStar
Free Home Energy Audit – provided by SCKEDD

All participants will receive a free compact fluorescent light bulb or low-flow showerhead provided by Menards. Supplies are limited, so come early!

The South Central Kansas Economic Development District is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing healthy, safe affordable housing for all Kansans. SCKEDD administers the Weatherization Assistance Program on behalf of Kansas Housing Resources Corporation. Weatherization provides housing improvements that increase energy efficiency in income-eligible, single or multi-family dwellings, including manufactured homes.

View Governor Sam Brownback’s proclamation designating October 30th, 2011 as
Kansas Weatherization Day!

According to statistics from U.S. Department of Energy, weatherization:

Saves $437 in heating and cooling costs year after year at current prices.
Decreases national energy consumption by the equivalent of 24.1 million barrels of oil annually.
In 2011, weatherized homes nationally will save $2.1 billion for low-income families.
For every $1 invested in the program, weatherization returns $2.51 to the household and society.

Weatherization services may include weather-stripping and/or caulking around windows and doors; cleaning, testing, repairs or replacement of heating and/or cooling systems; refrigerator testing and possible replacement; adding insulation to walls, ceilings or foundation areas; infiltration reduction and addressing indoor air quality issues.

SCKEDD provides weatherization services in the following counties: Barber, Chautauqua, Cowley, Elk, Harper, Kingman, McPherson, Rice, Reno, Pratt, Stafford, Sedgwick and Sumner. For more information about SCKEDD or the Weatherization Assistance Program, please contact 316-262-7035 or visit their website at www.sckedd.org.

Contact:
785-296-0081,ccouch (at) kshousingcorp (dot) org