Oncor contractors conduct 'energy audit' to help homeowner cut costs.
Tips for cutting electric bills this summer:
Change to energy-efficient light bulbs.
Replacing the filter in your air conditioner
Set your thermostat at 78 or higher this summer. According to Reliant Energy, every degree below 78 raises your bill 5 percent to 7 percent.
Only do full loads of laundry and dishes.
Turn off lights and fans when you leave a room. Fans only make you feel cooler. They do nothing to lower the temperature.
While you're in the attic replacing the AC filter, measure the insulation. Many houses have 4 to 6 inches. You need about 12 inches Big-box stores have blowers you can use to spray insulation if you buy from them.
Check air conditioning ducts. If you feel leaks between sections, or where the ducts connect with the air handler, seal them with metal tape and a coating of mastic.
Fill any exterior gaps, especially around windows, with spray-in expandable foam. P
lant trees on the south and west sides of your home. The savings might take 10 years, but shade makes your air conditioner much more efficient.
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