The warm summer weather has arrived and with hot temperatures come high energy bills from air conditioning, pool pumps, and electronic devices.
Electricity costs more on hot summer afternoons so follow some of these tips and visit GreenSantaClarita.com for more energy saving ideas.
Adjust Your Thermostat: During peak hours or when you’re not home, remember to set your thermostat at 78° or higher.
Pre Cool in the Morning: Open the windows in the morning to pre cool the house, and then keep windows and doors closed during the heat of the day to prevent the loss of cooled air.
Clean or Replace Your Air Filter: A dirty filter forces your air conditioner to work harder, wasting money and energy.
Keep Cool With Ceiling Fans: Running a ceiling fan while your air conditioning is on (when you’re at home) will allow you to raise your thermostat about 4°F but still feel comfortable.
Delay Heat-Producing Activities: To avoid heating up your home on hot days, postpone using heat-producing appliances like the oven, dishwasher, clothes washer and clothes dryer until cooler times of the day. Turn off television screens and computers if not in use.
Unplug Electronics: Unplug battery chargers, power strips–those without a switch–and other equipment when not in use.
Head Somewhere Cool: On hot afternoons, consider leaving home, adjusting your thermostat accordingly, and going someplace cool like the Santa Clarita Public Library or the City of Santa Clarita Aquatic Center, which opens June 11.
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