WARM WEATHER TIPS

• Use the grill, microwave or stove top instead of the oven if possible to avoid heating up the house
• Keep the air vents clean for the best possible ventilation.
• Use your thermostat to set the daytime temperature to 75-78°F when you’re at home. If you’re away for long periods set it to 85°F.
• Laundry, dishwasher use and cooking should wait until night time to avoid making the house warmer.
• Ceiling fans can cool the home to reduce the use of the air conditioner
• Minimize the use of bathroom and kitchen vent fans so that cool air doesn’t escape
• Air dry clothes outside instead of using the dryer.
• Keep lights off if possible and use natural light to brighten the home
• Make sure the area outside of your air conditioner is clear of debris.
• Keep windows open to let cool air in during morning and night hours.
• Replace the air filter on your air conditioner if dirty so that air flow isn’t restricted.
• Check windows for drafts and make the necessary repairs so that cool air isn’t escaping.
• Have your air conditioner checked for leaks to make sure it’s running efficiently.
• Make sure your garage door isn’t allowing cool air to escape and letting warm air in by checking the gap between the bottom of the door and the threshold.
• To protect your windows from the heat consider using awnings to block sunlight

COLD WEATHER TIPS

• If you have a fireplace in use, turn the heater down
• To prevent warm air from leaving the home close curtains and blinds.
• Furnace temperature can be set at 68°F or lower.
• While away from home set the thermostat to 56°F. This helps to reduce your heating bill.
• Check windows for drafts and make the necessary repairs so that warm air isn’t escaping.
• Have a contractor check your central heating and cooling duct system for leaks.
• Make sure your garage door isn’t allowing warm air to escape by checking the gap between the bottom of the door and the threshold.

EVERYDAY TIPS

• Shorter showers help reduce water heating costs. Set a 5-10 minute timer on your phone and suggest the same for other family members.
• Unplug appliances not in use.
• Check ice build up in your freezer on a regular basis and defrost if necessary
• When washing clothes use cold water.
• Clean dryer lint trap before each load.
• Turn off water while brushing teeth, shaving or doing dishes.
• Self-clean the oven right after use.
• Keep oven closed while cooking so that you don’t lose heat during operation.
• When operating dishwasher, make sure it’s fully loaded to save energy. Let dishes dry without using the dry cycle.
• Install energy-saving showerheads, faucets, or flow restrictors.

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