Heating & Cooling

  • In summer, set your thermostat between 78 and 80 degrees when at home and above 80 degrees when away.
  • In winter, set your thermostat between 65 and 68 degrees when at home and 60 to 65 degrees when away.
  • Clean or replace air filters once a month to keep your HVAC running efficiently.
  • Install a programmable thermostat to manage your heating and cooling more efficiently.
  • Turn off kitchen, bath, and other exhaust fans within 20 minutes after you're finished cooking or bathing.
  • Clean out your HVAC with a garden hose.
  • Supplement your air conditioning with ceiling fans to increase comfort.
  • In the winter, open the shades on south-facing windows to let sunlight warm your house.