Turn up your thermostat
Set your thermostat no lower than 78°. Every degree lower can raise your bill as much as 3%. Heating and cooling systems are the biggest electricity users in your home.
Keep the sun out
Keeping your blinds, shades and curtains closed when the sun is hitting the windows keeps the sunlight out so it doesn’t heat up objects in your home.
Use LED or flourescent bulbs
The next time you replace your light bulbs, choose flourescents or LEDs. They are more energy efficient and generate less heat while in use.
Keep the cool in
Seal cracks and holes around doors, windows and ductwork. Weather stripping and caulking will help keep the cold air inside the home and the heat out.
Clean and replace air filters
Cleaning or replacing the air filters on your air conditioner allow your units to operate efficiently and can reduce electicity consumption by up to 15%.
Turn it off
TVs, computers and other common household devices use electricity even when not in use. If you aren’t actively using it, shut it down.
