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Heating, cooling and hot water for less
A degree or two, and a few minutes less.
Heating, cooling and hot water are usually the biggest parts of a home energy bill. Small adjustments matter.
Simple changes
- Adjust the thermostat a little when you're asleep or away
- Close curtains on hot days and open them on sunny winter days
- Use fans before air conditioning
- Take slightly shorter showers
- Fix dripping taps
- Check that your water heater isn't set higher than needed
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