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DIY Ways to Save on Summer Cooling Costs for Your Home

Saving Cents With Sense

Your local home improvement store will have a selection of awnings. Install Ceiling Fans. Ceiling fans help air circulate through the house so there are no dead spots where the air becomes stagnant. In the summer, ceiling fans should draw the air up toward the ceiling. Thermostat Control. Dry Out the Air.

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Save Money with an Organized Approach to Home Maintenance

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Spray foam filling (bought in a can at home improvement stores) is the easiest, most cost-efficient option. Check exhaust fans & clean vent. Also make sure to visually inspect the fan’s components to ensure nothing is loose, broken, or missing. Fill all visible holes near seams, pipes, doors, and baseboards.