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| Set your thermostat at 70 degrees or lower in the winter to save money with your Port Charlotte utility company. Every degree you raise your thermostat means a higher heating bill. If you plan to be away from home for several days, 55 degrees or so is a good setting. Heating costs will increase four to six percent for every thermostat setting above 70 degrees during the winter. Connect Port Charlotte utilities online. |
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| Make sure that the Port Charlotte utility company has a license. Do this by checking with the state agency that regulates electricity. Connect Port Charlotte utilities online. This protects you from dealing with fraudulent companies that take your money and run because they can’t legally do business in your state. |
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| If you haven't had a meter reading taken, then don't forget to take this yourself and ring and write to the Port Charlotte utility company. Leave a note for the new owners, again so that any dispute can be sorted out quickly. Connect Port Charlotte utilities online. |
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| Plug your home's leaks to save money with your Port Charlotte utility company. Install weather-stripping or caulk leaky doors and windows and install gaskets behind outlet covers. Savings up to 10% on energy costs. Connect Port Charlotte utilities online. |
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| Check with your Port Charlotte 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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| Reduce hot water temperature and save on your Port Charlotte utility company bill. Set your water heater to the "normal" setting or 120º, unless the owner's manual for your dishwasher requires a higher setting. Savings are 7-11% of water heating costs. Reduce the amount of time and connect Port Charlotte utilities online |
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| Electricity generated by fossil fuels for a single home puts more carbon dioxide into the air than two average cars. By using a few inexpensive energy-efficient measures with the Port Charlotte utility company, you can reduce your energy bills by 10% to 50% and, at the same time, help reduce air pollution. Connecting your utilities online conserves your time and energy. |
