I know this is a issue asked over and over again.I just want to maximize as much as possible.My family was able to lower our montly gas and electric bills by over 70% by following the advice of some web siteI was wondering if there isn't something that can cut it even more, maybe 90% !Things I already did.I was able to lower the monthly bill by 70% by doing 1 - fouresent ligh bulbs2 - automatic timers on some bulbs3 - LCD flat screens and plasma (huge difference in electricy bill and colling bill, my old TV used a lot of electric and produced a lot of heat).4 - changed therostat to digital programable5 - more laptop use and only use desktops when we need something demanding like video editing.6 - put semi transparent curtains up to block the sun in the summer and to insulate in the winter.7 - put insulation around doors and windows.The biggest surprise was the LCD flat panelsIt used only a fraction of the electricity and produced less heat for the AC.
I wouldn't bother with buying a new panTin foil will definitely get the job doneI've used it myself several times for Thanksgiving turkeyGood luck with your dinner!
Foil should work fineJust make sure you sort of tent it on top, so it won't stick to the top of the brisketMake sure the foil is folded securely around the edges of the pan-but you don't have to try for airtightLOL A glass Pyrex dish probably wouldn't be deep enough, and it's always tricky to roast something in glass because of the temperaturesIt's also a massive headache to clean.
One of the best things you can do insure your home has adequate insulationYou mentioned insulating around the doors and windows which is good, but most homes don't have nearly enough insulation in the atticAlso, if you have an access point into your attic, you will want to make sure that is insulated as wellMost people only have a piece of dry wall covering it up, and I assure you tons on energy is lost thereMake sure it is sealed tight, and covered with enough insulation.
