Although the temperature outside is dropping, you don’t have to let your energy bill give you chills!
Follow these simple tips from public power to maximize your home’s energy efficiency all winter long.
68 is the magic number. Set your thermostat to 68 degrees or lower when heating your home. Every degree above 68 can increase your bill by 3% to 5%!
Schedule your savings. Take advantage of programmable thermostats. Set your thermostat to turn the heat down automatically at night and when you’re away.
Use central heating—not a space heater. If you have central heating in your home, use that. Space heaters use a lot of energy and significantly increase your monthly bill.
Bundle up. Wear layers inside to keep yourself warm while saving money on heating.
For more energy-saving tips and resources, contact your local public power provider or visit http://www.energy.gov/energysaver/energy-saver.