Unlock Energy Savings with these Summer Hacks!
Hot temperatures, long days, and savoring any chance to stay cool...it's summertime in Texas!
While days without school, dreaming of vacations, and planning the next cookout are all exciting, the season can also be stressful on your wallet. Check out these summer hacks for easy ways to beat the heat and save money during the hottest months of the year!
Cook in a Cool Way
Using an over or stovetop to cook all of your meals heats your home, causing an uptick in your energy use. Consider grilling outside, or using a slow cooker or air fryer to help your home stay cool. In addition to avoiding unnecessary heat, these alternative methods also use less energy than an electric range. Plus, you get to expand your recipe repertoire!
Shade the Rays
Install blinds, curtains, or solar screens on windows that receive more sun exposure to keep every room in your home cooler. Often, the biggest impacts will be seen from placing these items in rooms with a thermostat or that face east or west and receive direct light from the sunrise and sunset.
Don't Let the Cold Out
Just like dad always says, don't air condition the outdoors! Inspect your doors and windows for gaps and seal them with caulk or weatherstripping to keep the cool air inside. Some repairs qualify for a rebate from BTU! Check out btutilities.com/smarthome or btutilities.com/smartbusiness to learn more!
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Swim, Slide, Plunge, and Splash on Hot Days
Sometimes the best way to stay cool is finding your way to the water. Whether it's your backyard or apartment pool, one of the three pools operated by the city, Lake Bryan, or even just a sprinkler or slide in your yard, it's all effective and fun!
Discover Indoor Adventures
You can get out of the house and still beat the heat by enjoying libraries, the mall, movie theaters, and indoor playgrounds! Many of these places offer free or discounted programs and entertainment in the summer, the perfect sidekick to free A/C!
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