07/14/2024
Trying to get a better handle on your bills this summer? Keep your electric costs low with these tips:
-Add weather stripping to your doors and windows to keep drafts out and your AC in.
-Switch to a smart thermostat that you can program to turn down while you're sleeping or away from home to reduce usage.
-Give your AC system a checkup to ensure it's clean and running efficiently.
-According to the US Department of Energy, turning your thermostat back by 7°-10°F for 8 hours a day from its normal setting can save you as much as 10% a year on cooling costs.
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