Saving on Air Conditioning

Saving on air conditioning cost can cut your electric bill by twenty percent or more. These small changes can help in that endeavor.

[1] Save on your power bill by placing a fan in a window after sundown to circulate cooler night air into your house, then trap it there in the morning by closing all windows, pulling your blinds shut or draw the curtains to keep there sun out. In some cases you may not have to turn on your AC until afternoon.

[2] If each room has it's own thermostat, set the rooms you are not using to a higher temperature than the one you are working in.

[3] Keep cooler by wearing natural fabric clothing. Things made with cotton, silk or linen will let air pass through, thus feeling cooler.

[4] Wear less clothing when indoors. Take off hats, shoes and tight fitting clothing when coming home from work. You will find you will not need your air conditioner set lower to feel cooler.

[5] Keep a small spray bottle filled with water and occasionally spray your face and arms with a mist of water. You will feel cooler instantly.

[6] For food prep, use crock pots or an out door grill to cut down on the need for the oven and long cooking times that will heat up your home.