It sure has been toasty this week- luckily we hear there is a cool front moving in this weekend. Just a bit of a reprieve from those scorching few days. But we are at the beginning of the summer season, with several more months ahead of us.
To watch your electric bills this summer, consider the following energy saving tips:
1. Set your air conditioning thermostat to 78 degrees (F).
2. Consider installing an evaporative cooler instead of an air conditioning unit if you are in the market to update your home.
3. If you already have an A/C unit, have it tuned up by a professional- this can help it run more efficiently and effectively.
4. If air conditioning is too expensive for your budget, consider purchasing a box fan for about $15 and exhausting the hot air out of your home during the day/bringing in the cooler night time air.
5. Open windows and doors in the evening to cool off your house and leave them open until you leave for work. Then close up the house, trapping the cooler air inside. (Consider drawing the blinds, shades or drapes on southern facing windows- to block out the heat of the sunshine.
6. Seal, caulk and insulate around your windows, outlets and doors. No sense in cooling the outside air!
7. Turn your water heater down to 120 degrees (F).
8. Consider unplugging appliances, such as TV's, toasters, stereos, when they are not in use. They still drain energy even when turned off.
9. Wash clothes in cold water and consider hanging them to dry, versus using hot water and a dryer.
10. Eat more fresh and raw foods, such as salads, this summer, instead of turning on your stove or oven.
11. Vacuum the coils on your refrigerator every 3 months to help it run more efficiently.
We hope you enjoy your summer days ahead, all while saving a few dollars too!
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