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Keeping Cool and Saving Money When It's Hot
Here are some money saving tips for keeping cool as the temperature rises.
Temperatures are expected to be around 94 degrees through tonight with heat index levels possibly topping 100, according to the National Weather Service. So to keep cool while keeping the bank account in check, consider these energy saving tips to keep your electricity costs down and the temperature cool in your home. According to Georgia Power, which services parts of Roswell, one of the biggest energy consumer on most electricity bills is the air conditioner. "It represents about 50 percent of a customers bill during the summer months," said Lynn Wallace, spokesperson with Georgia Power. If you are looking to make a dent in your electricity bill and see some significant savings--adjust your thermostat. "Set your thermostat at 78 degrees…
