Conserve & Save

1. Close curtains, blinds and shades to retain cool air, and open windows on cool summer days and nights.
2. Plant trees to shade your house from the sun – it could save up to 8% on cooling costs.
3. Raise your thermostat setting from 72 to 78 degrees during the summer – you could save approximately $100.
4. Use a programmable thermostat – it can save as much as 12% on cooling costs by automatically turning your cooling system up or down to coincide with your daily routine.
5. Consider buying a whole house or attic fan. It draws in cool nighttime air through your open windows and forces out hot air that builds up during the day.
6. Use ceiling fans to cool your home – they’re much cheaper to operate than air conditioners, and moving air feels cooler, so you can keep your thermostat setting higher.
7. Change or clean your air conditioning filter monthly during cooling season to improve efficiency and the life of your air conditioner. And don’t forget your pre-season air conditioning check-up