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| Plug "leaking energy" in electronics to save money with your Southlake utility company. Many new TVs, VCRs, chargers, computer peripherals and other electronics use electricity even when they are switched "off." Although these "standby losses" are only a few watts each, they add up to over 50 watts in a typical home that is consumed all the time. If possible, unplug electronic devices and chargers that have a block-shaped transformer on the plug when they are not in use. For computer scanners, printers and other devices that are plugged into a power strip, simply switch off the power strip after shutting down your computer. Connect Southlake utilities online. |
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| Don't overload appliances that use hot water, such as clothes and dishwashers to save money with your Southlake utility company. The same rule applies to clothes dryers; use drying racks or clotheslines when possible. Connect Southlake utilities online. |
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| Set your thermostat at 70 degrees or lower in the winter to save money with your Southlake utility company. Every degree you raise your thermostat means a higher heating bill. If you plan to be away from home for several days, 55 degrees or so is a good setting. Heating costs will increase four to six percent for every thermostat setting above 70 degrees during the winter. Connect Southlake utilities online. |
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| A home energy audit can identify ways to save up to hundreds of dollars a year on home heating (and air conditioning). Ask your electric or gas Southlake utility company if they can do this audit for free or for a reasonable charge. If they cannot, ask them to refer you to a qualified professional. |
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| Reduce hot water temperature and save on your Southlake utility company bill. Set your water heater to the "normal" setting or 120º, unless the owner's manual for your dishwasher requires a higher setting. Savings are 7-11% of water heating costs. Reduce the amount of time and connect Southlake utilities online |
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| Install low flow showerheads to save money with your Southlake utility company. If you do not already have them, low flow showerheads and faucets can drastically cut your hot water expenses. Savings of 10-16% of water heating costs. Connect Southlake utilities online. |
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| Check the readings on your gas and electricity and ring them through to the relevant Southlake utility company to ensure that they agree with the ones left by the previous owners. Connect Southlake utilities online. |
