VACATION MODE: On, Energy WASTE: OFF
This is the season for vacations!
Before you jet off to somewhere fun, take a few quick steps to prevent electricity waste and save some money on your next bill.
While you’re away,
turn your thermostat
up 7-10 degrees
(88 degrees Max)
Install a smart thermostat so
you can manage
the HVAC while
you’re away
Turn off
the lights,
or put them
on a timer
Lower your
water heater
by 10 to 20
degrees
Unplug electronics
or small appliances
to avoid the electricity vampires that could consume power while you’re away. Switch
surge protectors or
power strips off
If appliances
have a vacation
mode, use it
Close any
curtains, shades
or blinds to keep
the sun out
Keep ceiling
fans off
because they only cool people,
not empty rooms
Consume
perishable items
in the refrigerator
to allow for higher,
more efficient temperature
settings
While you’re away, turn your thermostat
up 7-10 degrees (88 degrees Max)
Install a smart thermostat so you can manage the HVAC while you’re away
Turn off the lights, or put them on a timer
Unplug electronics or small appliances to avoid the electricity vampires that could consume power while you’re away. Switch surge protectors or power strips off
If appliances have a vacation mode, use it
Close any curtains, shades or blinds to keep the sun out
Keep ceiling
fans off
because they only cool people,
not empty rooms
Consume
perishable items
in the refrigerator
to allow for higher,
more efficient temperature
settings