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Charlotteda Pickens, SC(Zone 7a) Jan 27, 2006

I'm excitied because I've had the new greenhouse running for a month and my power bill came today...and I didnt pass out !! So , I can up the temp 5 degrees !! :)

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beclu727 Dacula, GA(Zone 7b) Jan 27, 2006

Charlotte - That's great. What type of heater are you using? Do you have a fan? I still need to get power out to mine. DH is in the planning stage for that. Becky

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stressbaby Fulton, MO Jan 27, 2006

Yes, Charlotte, more details, please. What minimum temp are you keeping? What are you growing?

I am pretty sure we are using less propane this winter despite keeping the min temp 5*F warmer at 55*F. I think it is a combination of warmer January temps and a solar pool cover.
SB

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Charlotteda Pickens, SC(Zone 7a) Jan 27, 2006

well...my house is only 8 x 6. I'm using a cheapo electric heater from Home Depot with a thermostat set at 50. Lucky...we have had above avg temps lately.

I have a heat mat for starting seedlings and some soil cables that I buried under a thin layer of sand on 2 tables. I have most things setting on these to keep the soil warm and allow me to keep the overall temp lower.

I did order and install the greenhouse bubble wrap from charleys. I plan to take it down after the coldest temps are over. Hoping that will prolong its life.

I was honestly scared to open that electric bill but it was only about $5 higher than last month. I'm not kidding. I realize of course that it will probably be much more in Feb. especially if temps go to normal. But hey...then it will be March ! :)

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PerennialGirl Winnipeg, MB(Zone 4a) Jan 28, 2006

Great news, Charlotteda!
:) Donna

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2pugdogs (Linda) Winfield, KS(Zone 6a) Feb 02, 2006

We really should be thankful for such a mild winter. Especially with the price of fuel. I know my propane tank was filled in Dec. and that was $352 the highest we have ever paid. But we still have a little over 50% left. Then our electric bill has been running a little less then last year.

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Charlotteda Pickens, SC(Zone 7a) Feb 02, 2006

I am so thankful. I really shouldnt have started my GH up until Feb 1. That was the plan but I couldnt wait. We are having some trees cut that will give me more winter sun for next year. :)

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