If you’ve been following the news (or spent a minute outdoors), then you know this week may be the hottest one of the year. We pulled together some of our favorite summertime energy-saving tips to help you beat the heat, keep your AC use down and save a little money:
- Close blinds and curtains on windows the sun shines in
- Change your AC’s air filter to ensure good air flow throughout your house
- If you have a programmable thermostat, set it to increase your home’s temperature when you’re not there
- Close air vents in rooms you don’t use; ensure vents in rooms you do use are fully open
- Place deflectors on vents that are underneath tables and furniture to redirect air flow
- Ensure your ceiling fans are rotating counter clockwise
- No ceiling fan? Use a portable room fan
- Large ovens produce significant heat so cook using microwaves, crock pots and toaster ovens
We encourage you to share these tips with your friends and family!
