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Weather
Weather the Heat and Cold with these Energy-Saving Tips
In the Summer,
- Set the thermostat at 78 degrees or higher.
You pay extra for every degree below the recommended setting. Portable and
ceiling fans cost pennies to operate and can help your home feel cooler at
higher thermostat settings.
- Turn the fan switch on central cooling
systems and room units to automatic (auto) instead of continuous (on).
- Provide exterior shading, such as
awnings or solar screens, for windows exposed to direct sun.
- Arrange furniture so lamps or other
heat-producing appliances are not close to the thermostat.
- Keep fresh air intake or exhaust vents
on room air conditioners closed.
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In the Winter,
- Set the thermostat at 70 degrees or lower.
Turning back the setting another five degrees when you plan to be away will
conserve even more energy. If you will be gone for several days, set the
thermostat to 50 to 60 degrees.
- Turn the fan switch on central heating
systems and room units to automatic (auto) instead of continuous (on).
- Lower the thermostat setting at night
and use an electric blanket.
- Open the draperies or shades on the
sunny side of the house to encourage solar heating. Otherwise keep window
treatments closed to help keep heat in.
- Consider using a humidifier during
colder months to make the air feel warmer.
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For More Information Contact:
Mayfield Electric & Water Systems
301 East Broadway, Mayfield, KY 42066
Tel: 270-247-4661
FAX: 270-247-0550
Internet: jcre@mayfieldews.com
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