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1. TIPS TO LOWER
YOUR ELECTRIC
BILL
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2. ELECTRICITY COST KEEP GOING
UP
Electricity costs only seem to go up in Marietta, but the combined
forces of government agencies, power companies, and
environmental groups have been trying to show homeowners ways
of reducing the cost of their monthly bills. It takes some adjustments,
but you can make simple changes to lower your electric bill.

3. HERE ARE SIX IDEAS ON HOW TO GET
IT DONE WITHIN SIX MONTHS:
 Change Incandescent Light Bulbs to Fluorescent Ones
Fluorescent bulbs last so much longer than traditional bulbs that
they earned the Energy Star rating from the Environmental
Protection Agency. A typical fluorescent bulb can deliver 100 watts'
worth of light while using only 23 watts of energy. These savings add
up: Bulbs can last five to seven years when used three to four hours
a day, resulting in over $60 in savings per bulb. Multiply that by the
number of bulbs you can replace in your home, and it's a huge
difference.

4. REPLACE OLD HEATING AND
COOLING EQUIPMENT
Inefficient HVAC systems can place a heavy burden on your power
use every month. More efficient systems make your home more
comfortable while applying savings to your monthly energy bill.
Electric water heaters and heat pumps are other excellent ways to
lower your electric bill. In fact, Marietta Power & Water customers
may qualify for rebates when purchasing these products. This
database of state incentives has details.

5. INSTALL A PROGRAMMABLE
THERMOSTAT
Keeping an eye on your thermostat is a good idea, but putting it into
practice is difficult. A programmable thermostat can follow your
guidelines and ensure your family is not wasting electricity when no
one is home. Estimates on savings vary, but more wasteful homes
can save over $180 per year. That figure equates to $15 a month.

6. MAKE A NIGHTLY SWEEP OF
APPLIANCES
How many fans, lights, and other electrical appliances are left on for
no reason in your home every night? Do you leave your TV on, even
when you're not watching it? Though it may seem as if ceiling fans
or nightlights don't use a great deal of energy, these minor things
add up over the course of a year. Go through the house before bed
and turn off anything family members have left powered on. It's a
simple step that leads to quick savings.

7. UNPLUG APPLIANCES NOT IN USE
A more drastic step — and one that can increase savings
considerably — is unplugging all electrical appliances not in use.
While the refrigerator and clocks need to stay at full power at all
times, items including the coffee maker, coffee grinder, microwave
oven, phone chargers, wall air conditioners, and many other home
appliances do not. Even when they are not turned off, these items
are using electricity, and you pay for it every day.

8. SCHEDULE AN ENERGY AUDIT
 In every home, heating and cooling systems have to work extra
hard to compensate for air leaks. That drives up the cost of your
electric bill, and leads to a drop in your home's comfort level.
Building Performance Institute auditors can make a full
assessment of your home and help you target ways to increase
efficiency immediately. There is no substitute for a professional
audit.
 Reliable Heating & Air has expert electricians on staff who are
ready to help you lower your electric bill through simple steps like
these. Whether you need to replace energy-draining appliances
or light bulbs, find out how you can start lowering costs today.