KMC Notices

Kaiserslautern Military Community’s Family Housing On-Base Resident Reminders: Recycle Centers PCS in/out? Personnel residing off-base can only deliver materials generated at home 60 days after arrival or if they are finalizing a PCS move and have PCS orders with them at the time of delivery. Please contact the following recycling […]

Defrost and save cost Defrost freezers periodically, at least once or twice a year. Frost buildup increases the amount of energy needed to keep the motor running, since heat is not well absorbed through the ice buildup. This also helps lengthen the lifespan of your equipment.

Bake with care  Do not open oven lid when on. If possible, switch off the oven earlier when baking and use the residual heat.  Not preheating also saves electricity. Also, bake several dishes at a time to minimize oven usage.

Electric powered fans or space electric heaters should not be an alternative to gas heating, this method of heating can be a cost trap.  These type of devices are not designed for permanent heating.  In order to reduce heating costs with gas, it is better to heat the rooms your […]

Reducing the amount of air that leaks in and out of your home is a cost-effective way to cut heating costs, improve durability, increase comfort, and create a healthier indoor environment.  Weatherstripping is a simple and effective air-sealing technique that offers quick returns on investment. This method is used to […]

Switch off devices completely. If a light shines, the device still needs electricity (“stand-by”). Pull out the plug or buy a plug strip with a switch.