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As temperatures rise, so does our need for air conditioning. Let’s dive into ways to help keep your home cool and your energy bills lower, along with other energy-saving tips.
1. Avoid using the oven during the hottest parts of the day. Grill or microwave meals or prepare cold dishes.
2. Unplug electronic devices when you’re not using them. They can still generate heat in standby mode.
3. If you have outdoor spaces like a patio, use umbrellas or shade sails to provide protection from the sun. It can help keep your outdoor area cooler and reduce the need for additional cooling indoors.
4. Use a programmable thermostat to automatically adjust the temperature based on your schedule. Set the A/C at a higher temperature when you’re away or asleep. Check out thermostat rebates at GoldenStateRebates.com.
5. Run your ceiling fan counter-clockwise when it’s hot. It creates a downdraft which makes you feel cooler.
6. Shift some chores like laundry and running the dishwasher outside of the on peak hours of 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Save even more if you do laundry on the weekends before 2 p.m.
For more energy-saving tips, visit sdge.com/MyEnergy. Actual savings may vary.
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