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16 Ways To Save Money On Your Energy Bill This Summer

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Put it around doors and “loose” windows where air can escape, and keep in mind that the work you do now will help to keep the heat in come winter, too. Call a professional to have your air conditioners cleaned out and new filters installed. Consider upgrading your air conditioning unit. Get your AC unit(s) serviced.

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How to Go Green Witout Going Broke

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Air conditioner units have a similar lifespan, so if they were installed at the same time you could be looking at a major expense. If your furnace came with your house, and you’ve been living there for at least ten years, it might be time to look into a new, high efficiency model. You should also prioritize your upgrades.

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10 Ways to Transform Your Home into an Eco-Friendly Haven

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Some of the appliances that you need to pay extra attention to include the fridge (clean the coils), the dryer (inspect the lint filter regularly), and the air-conditioner (perform regular clean-ups). They also consume less energy. Choose Eco-Friendly Alternatives.

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How We’re Saving Money On Water Even Though We Live in the Desert

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Collect air conditioning condensation. On the side of our house, we have a spout that slowly drips out water condensation from the air conditioner. Now that it’s fall and a bit cooler, the air conditioning is running fewer hours a day. We’ve put a container underneath to catch that water.

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The Cost of Doing Nothing

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For several years we neglected to hose down the outside unit of our air conditioner. If you neglect routine maintenance on your assets (real estate, belongings, etc) they may end up damaged, worth less or gone. It filled up with debris causing the cooling to become ineffective.

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5 Ways to Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time

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Air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, and other home appliances can be real money savers for a homeowner. You can save a lot of money buying organic items at food co-ops and farmers markets. Buy energy efficient products. It’s always a good idea to opt for energy efficient products whenever possible.

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How to Incorporate Sustainable Living in Schools

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Adjust thermostats on heaters and air conditioners 1 or 2 degrees to save power. Find ways to reduce the amount of paper used within the school. Conduct a power audit of the school and look for ways to reduce the school’s carbon footprint. Turn out lights after school hours that are not needed for security.

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