Beat the Heat!!

As the hazy, lazy days of summer approach, we all do what we can to stay cool. To help your house conserve energy and stay cooler, consider the following:

•Make certain airflow to your outdoor air conditioning unit is not blocked by shrubbery or other obstructions.

•Keep draperies, blinds and shades closed during the hottest part of the day.

•Keep windows and doors tightly closed when operating air conditioning equipment.

•Close closet doors in air-conditioned rooms.

•Close all openings into the attic from air-conditioned areas.

•Turn off unnecessary lights.

•Check your air conditioning or furnace filter regularly and clean or replace it as needed.

•Plan cook-free meals of cold cuts, fresh vegetables, fruits and salads.

•Do your cooking, showering, washing clothes, drying and ironing in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler.

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Source: American Electric Power Co.