HELPFUL TIPS ON HOW TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR ELECTRIC BILL
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Install energy efficient lighting, such as LED or CFL (compact florescent lighting)
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Upgrade your appliances to new energy star rated appliances
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Insulate your home to keep out the heat in summer and the harsh winter cold
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Install Timers for all your outdoor lighting and pool equipment to reduce run time
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Set television timers to turn off the televisions ( if set is equipped)
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Shop for alternate energy suppliers they may be more competitive and help save you on your monthly energy bill
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Replace or repair loose or frayed cords on all electrical devices.
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Avoid running extension cords across doorways or under carpets.
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In homes with small children, electrical outlets should have plastic safety covers.
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Follow the manufacturer's instructions for plugging an appliance into a receptacle outlet.
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Avoid overloading outlets. Consider plugging only one high-wattage appliance into each receptacle outlet at a time.
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If outlets or switches feel warm, shut off the circuit and have them checked by an electrician.
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Don’t use electrical appliances such as hair dryers or radios in a wet place or near water.
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If power is lost during a storm, turn off or unplug electrical appliances so that there’s not a power surge when the electricity comes back on.