Family and Faith Magazine June-July 2015

#CNSRVJA: JPS TIPS TO GET YOU THROUGH THE SIZZLING SUMMER I f the weather this year is any indication, the pending summer months will be a scorcher. That means many consumers will have to find creative ways of keeping cool without feeling the heat on their utility bill each month. HERE ARE A FEW IDEAS YOU CAN USE AT YOUR HOME OR OFFICE TO STAY COOL WITHOUT BREAKING YOUR BUDGET: AIR-CONDITIONING Stay cool and save! • Install an AircoSaver this AC retrofit saves you up to 20% in cooling costs programme its on/off settings to automate your refrigerator. STOVES Spend less time in the kitchen! • Try operating your air conditioner at 240ºF without a blanket vs 160ºF with a blanket. • Turn off the electric burners several minutes before completing the allotted cooking time. • Use fans instead of the A/C when ]

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