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| Put your computer and monitor to sleep to save money with your Capitol Hill utility company. Most computers come with the power management features turned off. On computers using Windows 98/ME/2000 open your power management software and set it so your computer goes to sleep if you're away from your machine for 5 to 15 minutes. Those who use Macintosh computers look for the setting in your Control Panels called "Energy Saver" and set it accordingly. When you're done using your computer, turn it off (see next tip) do not leave it in sleep mode overnight as it is still drawing a small amount of power. Connect Capitol Hill utilities online. |
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| Turn down your thermostat. For every degree you lower your heat in the 60-degree to 70-degree range, you'll save up to 5% on heating costs with the Capitol Hill utility company. Wear warm clothing and set your thermostat to 68 degrees or lower during the day and evening, health permitting. Set the thermostat back to 55 degrees or off at night or when leaving home for an extended time saving 5-20 percent of your heating costs (heat pumps should only be set back five degrees to prevent unneeded use of backup strip heating). When you move, it is easy to connect Capitol Hill utilities online. |
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| Install low flow showerheads to save money with your Capitol Hill utility company. If you do not already have them, low flow showerheads and faucets can drastically cut your hot water expenses. Savings of 10-16% of water heating costs. Connect Capitol Hill utilities online. |
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| Whenever possible, dial your long distance calls directly. Using the operator of a Capitol Hill utility company to complete a call can cost you an extra $1 to $3. Connecting utilites online is fast and convenient |
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| But more is involved than simply choosing the cheapest Capitol Hill utility company. When buying one kind of cereal over another at the grocery store, for example, you look at price but also check out what nutritional value and calories each brand holds. It pays to take equal care in shopping for electricity. And you need to know what to look for to avoid getting a shock when that first bill arrives. Connect Capitol Hill utilities online |
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| Check with your Capitol Hill utility company to see whether a flat rate or measured service plan will save you the most money. This will save money on utilities as well as give you consistent bill every month to more effectively manage your money. |
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| Ask the Capitol Hill utility company you are comparing who has to confirm your decision to change suppliers. Having someone confirm you are switching protects you against being moved to a new supplier without your permission. This is often called “slamming.” Connect Capitol Hill utilities online. |
