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Lower Your Energy Bill
Follow these tips from Entergy to save money on your next light bill.
1. Adjust the thermostat
- Set your thermostat to 78 degrees. If you’re going to be away from home for a few days, set the thermostat to 80 degrees or higher.
2. Conserve hot water
- Wash clothes in cold water when possible.
- Take a quick shower instead of a bath.
3. Clean or replace appliance filters and coils
- Clean air conditioner filters and refrigerator condenser coils every year.
- Circulate cool air using ceiling or box fans.
4. Use ENERGY STAR light bulbs
- Energy-efficient light bulbs use 70 percent less energy and last up to 10 times longer than regular (incandescent) bulbs
5. Seal air leaks
- Place weather-strips around doors, windows and wall seams.
- Caulk around the seams of electrical, plumbing or heating systems.
- If you have an attic fan you don’t use, seal the opening to keep hot air from coming into your home.
What Uses the Most Energy?
55 percent - Heating/Air Conditioning
20 percent - Water Heating
8 percent - Freezers, Refrigerators
8 percent - Lighting, TVs, Stereos, Radios
5 percent - Food Preparation
4 percent - Clothes Dryer/Dishwasher
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