How To Hack Your Summer Electric Bill
DENVER (CBS4) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA just released it's 90-day outlook for the rest of the summer months, and it's expecting warmer-than-normal temperatures across the nation.
Colorado hasn't seen any record temperatures yet, but late-June to mid-July is our window for high temperatures.
When the temperatures get into the upper-90s, many people reach for the thermostat, but turning down your air conditioner can push up your electric bill. Xcel Energy estimates that home cooling can account for half or more of a summertime electric bill.
Xcel Energy offers these energy & money saving tips:
- Set your thermostat between 72- 78
- Turn off unnecessary lights
- Replace incandescent bulbs which put off heat with compact fluorescent lights or LED's
- Run washing machine, clothes dryer, and dishwasher in the evening or overnight, after the heat of the day
- Change air conditioning filters regularly
- Use ceiling fans to move air
- Use a whole-house or attic fan to draw cool air through your house