Making simple adjustments around your home can make a big difference each month.
Here are a few tips that can help you save energy and money this summer.
= High Impact Tip
- Manage temperature and comfort
- Check your thermostat setting and pay attention to how much energy is used in the summer.
- Set thermostat schedules based on being home, away, and sleeping.
- Increase the temperature on your thermostat while away from your home to conserve energy.
- Close your blinds during the day to keep out harsh sunlight.
- Make simple changes to improve equipment performance
- Change HVAC air filters every 3 months, or as recommended for your specific HVAC system. You can also schedule a no-cost HVAC Tune-up to ensure your system is working as efficiently as possible.
- Ensure dishwasher and laundry loads are full before turning them on.
- Keep all air vents open to ensure the best performance of the HVAC system.
- Change HVAC air filters every 3 months, or as recommended for your specific HVAC system. You can also schedule a no-cost HVAC Tune-up to ensure your system is working as efficiently as possible.
- Combat energy vampires
- Unplug appliances and electronics when not in use or plug them into a smart power strip.
- Install outdoor solar lights which turn on/off using a sensor.
- Ensure lights are off when not in use and switch to LED bulbs to reduce energy usage.
- Unplug appliances and electronics when not in use or plug them into a smart power strip.
- Invest in energy-efficient upgrades
- Upgrade your HVAC system to a more efficient heating and cooling unit. Wondering if it’s time to replace your HVAC system? Visit Pepco's HVAC Efficiency page to get started.
- Add weather stripping and caulk around windows to keep the cool air from escaping your home.
- Install a smart thermostat, which can help you manage home temperatures anytime, anywhere. You can also get instant rebates when you buy a smart thermostat through the Pepco Marketplace.
- Upgrade your HVAC system to a more efficient heating and cooling unit. Wondering if it’s time to replace your HVAC system? Visit Pepco's HVAC Efficiency page to get started.