Electricity Savings Up to 20%

@celticeagle (189838)
Boise, Idaho
May 20, 2026 5:47pm CST
If I owned my home I would do these three things during the Summer months. Renting I can only do one. But here is three ways to save on electricity: 1. The thermostat. You can save up to 15% by having the thermostat in a open area. If it is stuck back in a closet or confined area it isn't giving an accurate temp. 2. Ceiling fan. Having your ceiling fan running counter clock wise pushes cool air down. There should be a reverse button on the fan. 3. Vents. If there are rooms or areas in your home that you don't use close off the vents to that area. Even close the door. Helpful?
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21 May
Aye Helpful The thermostat is key. We have one we can set and it's never set above 18C. That's how we save money My oak has his set at 25C and his bill is huge
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@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
21 May
I think keep it consistent is good too.
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@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
24 May
@Ineeddentures .......good idea.
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21 May
@celticeagle We just put on an extra sweater if it gets chilly
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@LindaOHio (222310)
• United States
21 May
Good tips. I've had to turn on the AC and go back to the heat in 2 days. Crazy weather.
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@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
24 May
Same here. Spring is crazy weather.
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@kaylachan (84760)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
21 May
Those are old myths that don't really have much of an impact on the impact of your bill during summer months. Second, yes, you can close off vents, even if you're renting. While it does have the desired affect (preventing air from coming out of said vents) it makes the ac work harder because it still tries and can't. The fan thing is true, and the only thing that actually saves money. And, even if you own your home, you don't always have a say where the theremast goes, unless you buy one you're building. The theremastat is located close to the internal blower part that's inside the home. This is often desided when the home is built. You can't just 'move it' where you want. If you want to save money in the summer months, you need to pay more attention to your settings which everyone can do. The less the air has to run the more money you have to save. If you can keep it around 78 and above, and be comfortable, it'll save money. Turn off lights and close blinds to prevent heat from getting in. Again, even a renter can do this. Above mentioned fan tip works well, too. And turn fans off in rooms you're not using. That will actually save money on the power bill.
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@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
21 May
Thanks for your input