Keep Cool on a Budget This Summer
Lower Your Utility Bills This Summer I have mixed feelings every time I hear my AC kick on. I'm definitely grateful to have a cool home, but I'm very aware that every moment the AC runs, I'm spending money. If you live in a hot area like I do, summer often means skyrocketing utility bills. That's just part of life, isn't it? It doesn't have to be. Try these tips to lower your utility bills this summer. Optimize Your AC Usage Your air conditioner is almost always going to be your biggest source of skyrocketing electric bills over the summer. These strategies should make a dent and help you lower your utility bills. Be Smart About Your Thermostat Don't cool your house when nobody's home. Turn the temperature up when you leave and lower it when you get back. The best way to do this is with a programmable or smart thermostat. This will take care of managing the temps for you. With a smart thermostat, you can even have the temperature adjusted gradually so yo