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How to conserve energy while keeping the AC on Air conditioning is a welcome luxury come the dog days of summer. Few people can imagine getting through a hot summer afternoon without turning their AC on, and that can make July and August some of the more costly months on the calendar in regard to energy consumption.
Though the months of July and August may not seem well-suited to cutting energy consumption, there are ways to conserve that don’t require turning off the AC. · RECONSIDER THE LOCATION OF YOUR THERMOSTAT. The Performance Building Institute, Inc. notes that thermostats are sensitive to heat. Thermostats located near heat-generating appliances like lamps, televisions and computers may be fooled into thinking a home’s interior is warmer than it actually is. That will keep a temperature-controlled AC running longer and more frequently than is necessary. If necessary, move the thermostat to a part of the home where there are no electronics
and appliances.
· EMPHASIZE MAINTENANCE OF THE AC UNIT. Even the most energy-efficient AC unit will be forced to work harder, and consume extra energy, if it’s not well-maintained. The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy notes that ENERGY STAR-certified HVAC equipment can yield annual energy savings of 10 to 30 percent. But such products must be maintained. Annual maintenance appointments with an HVAC technician can ensure the unit is clean and refrigerant levels are correct, helping it run as efficiently as possible. · EMBRACE NATURAL WAYS TO KEEP A HOME’S INTERIOR COOL. Cranking the AC is not the only way to maintain a comfortable temperature inside a home during the months of July and August. Closing curtains on especially warm days keeps the sun out and makes it easier to maintain comfortable temperatures inside without lowering the temperature on the thermostat. Avoiding the stove on hot nights
and preparing cold meals or firing up in should allow you to raise the temthe grill outside is another way to keep perature on your thermostat without the house cool. compromising comfort. · ADDRESS INSULATION ISSUES. Cracks around windows and doors affect the temperature inside the home, making it colder in winter and warmer in summertime. Seal cracks around doors and windows to keep the cool air in during the summer. Keeping that air
Come the dog days of summer, conserving energy needn’t come at the cost of comfort. Various strategies can help people reduce their energy consumptions and keep their air conditioners on. -Metro Content
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How-to occupy pets when you’re away
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s the world continues to open up and people are returning to their offices and schools, pets who have grown accustomed to having company all day long may be in for a shock. Concerned pet owners can take steps to help keep their pets occupied while they are alone.
to sleep during the day. The Animal Behavior College suggests an extra 20 minutes of walking each day may be enough to tire out most breeds. Working dogs, such as shepherds, pointers and setters, may need 40 or more minutes to burn off energy.
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Pets may have grown accustomed to the sounds of an active house, so white noise can fill the void owners’ absences create. Turn on the television or radio. Pet fountains, fans and other devices can create noises to keep pets content.
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When two pets get together, the opportunity for play increases exponentially. Animals can keep themselves company and hopefully out of trouble. A single pet may experience separation anxiety when alone, and that may result in damaging behavior like chewing, scratching or even soiling in Introduce new toys Keep a cache of new toys and rotate them inappropriate places. on a regular basis. Pets may become so inProvide puzzling toys terested in the bevy of new toys that they Keeping pets’ brains active can reduce in- fail to even realize their owners are gone stances of boredom. PetMD suggests food for much of the day. puzzle toys that can be stuffed with treats and involve brain power to unlock the food Make rest enticing Invest in a new and cozy pet bed (or cage rewards. bedding) that’s too comfortable for pets to Expend energy ignore. Prior to leaving, pet parents can help pets - Metro Content expend some energy so they’re more inclined
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Gorgeous all brick home on over one acre lot, in desirable Hunters Run Subdivision. One floor,open plan and cathedral ceilings. Features 3 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bath. Each bedroom with its own bath and walk-in closet. Double vanity in master bath. Large kitchen with island and breakfast area. Spacious beautiful covered back porch. Also additional 352 sqft bonus area/office over garage with its own 1/2 bath and separate thermostat. The best of country living with no city taxes and less than two miles from Ayden Golf and Country Club. $415,000. Hosted by agent, Justin Jenkins.
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