Mayfield Electric & Water Systems

• Turn off unnecessary lights.

• Use dimmer switches.

• Use low-wattage bulbs where lighting is not critical, such as in halls and closets.

• Use fluorescent lighting when practical.

• Eliminate decorative lighting.

• Never let TV's, stereos, or radios play to empty rooms.

• Keep air vents out of obstructions such as draperies and furniture.

• Keep fireplace dampers tightly closed when not in use.

• Add glass doors to the fireplace.

• Keep doors and windows tightly closed when the heating or cooling system is in use.  Weather permitting, turn off the air conditioner unit and open the windows.

• Keep the thermostat no higher than 68 degrees in the winter and no lower than 78 degrees in the summer, making adjustments for long absences.

• Draperies and shades are important.  During winter months, open draperies and let the sun in.  Close them if the sun is not shining and at night.  During summer months, close draperies on the sunny side of the house to keep heat out and cool air in.