Tips to Handle Early Summer Heat Wave
From
New Freedom
Sent
Tue, Jun 18 @ 7:46am
Description
FirstEnergy has offered the following tips to help customers use electricity wisely during the upcoming period of high demand:
Set thermostats as high as comfort will allow.
Use fans – moving air cools skin faster, resulting in greater comfort on hot days.
During sunny weather, close drapes or blinds on windows facing the sun to prevent direct radiant heating from impacting interior temperatures.
Use a programmable or smart thermostat to keep temperatures higher when no one is home and to reduce the temperature before arrival back home.
Seal any leaks with caulk or weather stripping to prevent hot air from sneaking into your home.
Check air conditioner and furnace fan filters. Clogged filters waste energy and money by forcing HVAC systems to work harder than necessary.
Avoid using heat-producing appliances during the hottest hours of the day. The less heat produced at home, the less work the air conditioner must do.
Payment arrangements and assistance programs are available for customers who need help with their electric bills. For more information, visit firstenergycorp.com/billassist.
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