Saving energy
You can help save energy by following the
tips below.
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Improve your home’s insulation. Seal all
doors and windows. Close the fireplace flue.
. Close all blinds and drapes on sunny sides
of the house. Add window awnings.
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Keep the air filter clean.
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Do not block the airflow with drapes
or furniture.
. Ventilate the attic. High temperatures in
the attic add to the air conditioner’s
cooling load.
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Try not to use heat-producing appliances
during the hottest part of the day.
. Turn off lights and appliances when they
are not needed.
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Keep heat registers and cool-air
returns closed.
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Use exhaust venting fans when cooking,
doing laundry, or bathing.
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