Mauzy would like to share some simple and inexpensive strategies to stay cool while the temperature is rising. Try to adapt some of these tips on a daily basis to ensure maximum savings throughout the warm summer months and save energy at the same time.
Use Your Windows to Gain Cool Air and Keep Out Heat
* Turn off your cooling system and open your windows while sleeping for natural ventilation.
*Install window coverings including awnings, blinds, shades and shutters to prevent heat gain through your windows.
Operate Your Thermostat Efficiently
*Set your thermostat as high as comfortably possible in the summer.
*Keep your house warmer than normal when you’re not home. You can save approximately 10% on heating/cooling bills using a programmable thermostat.
*Avoid lowering your thermostat colder than normal when you turn on your air conditioner. It will not cool your home any faster and could result in excessive cooling and unnecessary expense.
Use Fans and Ventilation Strategies to Cool Your Home
*Ceiling fans allow you to raise the thermostat setting a few degrees with no reduction in comfort.
*Turn off ceiling fans when you leave the room. Fans cool people, not rooms, by creating a wind chill effect.
*When you shower or take a bath, use the bathroom fan to remove the heat and humidity from your home. Make sure bathroom and kitchen fans are vented to the outside.
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