Welcome and thank you for choosing Hunt Military Communities! Now that you’ve settled into your home, we would like to share important information about your home’s energy usage. If you are reading this, you have already committed to being an energy conscious household and we applaud your desire to learn more and do more to help make a difference!

Here's a brief video showing an overview of how monthly utility services will be billed for active duty residents under the Resident Energy Conservation Program (RECP).

Watch this brief video to learn about best practices for conserving energy and reducing your household's utility bills.

As you know there are many different home styles within the Hunt family of neighborhoods, each with its own unique features and benefits. We are here to help you and to ensure you have the right resources available in your pursuit of conservation and utility usage reduction. Your input is vital if you have questions or concerns regarding the major energy consumers in your home. Here are some things to consider:

• Heating - Is your furnace properly functioning? Does the filter need to be replaced? Is the intake vent blocked? Do you have the heater set on the lowest comfortable setting? (other heating and/or cooling options may be present in your home - these are only suggestions)
• Major appliances - Is the refrigerator/freezer setting too low? Are the washer and dryer functioning correctly? Have you installed your own additional appliance like a freezer or additional refrigerator? Are you "over drying" clothes? Are you cleaning your dryer’s lint trap regularly?
• Electrical outlets - Are you using timers or power strips to turn them off when not in use? “Phantom loads” can account for up to 20% of your monthly usage!
• Small appliances - toaster, coffee maker, blow dryer, etc. and electronics (game consoles, surround sound, cable and satellite boxes, phone chargers, etc.) are phantom users of energy when plugged in but not in use.

Who can help if I have questions?

Your Resident Services Office team is happy to help you with understanding the utility program, billing options and tips on how best to conserve energy in your home. Contact our excellent Maintenance teams for assistance with repairs, if needed, to ensure your home is functioning at its best. For additional information, check out this Energy Conservation Tip Sheet.

Thank you for your dedication and commitment to conservation and for all you do in your home to use energy responsibly!