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The "Average Joe" Guide to Shaving Your Bill

You don't need a solar farm or a lifetime of research to save money. Here are 4 "quick wins" that actually work.

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Evict the "Energy Vampires"

That little red light on your TV? The clock on your old microwave? They're called Standby Power, and collective they can eat up to 10% of your bill. If you're not using it, unplug it. Better yet, use a $10 power strip to "kill" everything with one switch before bed.

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The 1-Degree Secret

Listen, we're not telling you to freeze. But during summer, every degree you raise your AC saves you about 3% on your cooling cost. If you can handle 74ยฐF instead of 72ยฐF, that's a 6% discount on your bill for doing literally nothing.

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Wash Cold, Save Gold

About 90% of the energy a washing machine uses goes toward heating the water. Modern detergents are built to work in cold water. Switch to the "Tap Cold" setting, and you'll save enough over a year to buy a nice dinner out. Or several pizzas. We prefer pizzas.

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The "Empty Fridge" Trap

An empty fridge is a hungry fridge. Every time you open it, cold air falls out and is replaced by warm air. A full fridge acts as a "cold battery" that holds its temperature better. If your fridge is looking thin, even filling old milk jugs with water can help it run more efficiently.

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