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Set your thermostat to 78 degrees when are you home and 85 degree or off when you are away. By turning your central air conditioner off at the circuit breaker or fuse panel, you can save money. Most people don't realize that their central air conditioner may actually have a heater that stays on all winter long. When switched off at the breaker or fuse panel, it can add a savings on your energy bill.
Use ceiling fans will allow you to set the thermostat higher because the movement of the air will cool the room.
Always take into consideration health concerns and be sure to drink plenty of fluids in warm weather.
Wash laundry in warm or cold water and always rinse using cold water.
Run full loads in dryer and take advantage of settings on machine to reduce drying time of articles and remember to clean the lint trap after every load. Consider line drying your clothes.
Operate your dishwashing machine only when it is fully loaded. Take advantage of air-drying your dishes by turning off the dry cycle.
Try reducing the operating time that your pool filter is running.
Turn off lights and other appliances when not in use. Unplug electronic devices and charges when they are not is use - most newly manufactured electronics use electricity even when switched off.
Replace air conditioner and furnace filters.
Clean dust and dirt off outside coils on air-conditioning unit.
Weather strip, seal and caulk leaky windows and doors and install form gaskets behind outlet covers.
Look for energy saving devices when building or renovating your room.