Now that summer is here in South Florida, we can expect electric bills to reflect the increased use of the air conditioning. Here are a few tips on how to keep costs down:
When doing laundry, run the dryer at night when it’s cooler and won’t heat up the house
Turn the hot water heater down and take cooler, more refreshing showers
Optimize the use of ceiling fans
Cook on the barbecue grill outside rather than using the inside oven
Install heavy drapes on windows and keep them drawn during the day
Make sure to change the A/C filters at least once a month
Use a programmable thermostat to raise the temperate during the day and lower it right before coming home
Plant trees around the house
Make sure the attic space is adequately vented
Taking just a few of these steps can lower your electric bill enough to see a difference. So be sure to keep cool this summer and don’t forget to hydrate!