Prepare your home for rain, snow or shine

Your energy usage and home appliances are affected by seasonal weather changes and weather events. Read our tips on how to prepare your home for seasonal changes and extreme weather, and stay safe and comfortable during outages and storms.

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Tornado Safety: How to Prepare and Stay Safe During a Tornado

Tornadoes are among the most dangerous and destructive severe weather events. Learn about tornadoes and read our tips on staying safe during the storm.

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Air Conditioner Electricity Use and Energy-Saving Tips

How many watts does an air conditioner use? We review the typical air conditioner wattage and air conditioner electricity use, along with tips for saving energy without turning down the temperature.

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What Is the Best Winter Thermostat Setting?

During the cold months, save on your heating energy bills and keep your HVAC system from working too hard by setting your thermostat to this ideal temperature.

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Prepare for a Winter Storm with These Safety Tips

Let’s take a look at some of the most serious threats that winter weather can pose, as well as a few tips to help keep your family, home and vehicles safe.

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Humidifier Benefits: How a Humidifier Can Help You Stay Comfortable in Winter

Learn how to counteract the effects of dryness during winter by using humidifiers in your home.

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Prepare your home for rain, snow or shine

Your energy usage and home appliances are affected by seasonal weather changes and weather events. Read our tips on how to prepare your home for seasonal changes and extreme weather, and stay safe and comfortable during outages and storms.

Looking for Something Specific?

Select a category to find resources for topics that interest you.

Tornado Safety: How to Prepare and Stay Safe During a Tornado

Tornadoes are among the most dangerous and destructive severe weather events. Learn about tornadoes and read our tips on staying safe during the storm.

Read Article
Air Conditioner Electricity Use and Energy-Saving Tips

How many watts does an air conditioner use? We review the typical air conditioner wattage and air conditioner electricity use, along with tips for saving energy without turning down the temperature.

Read Article
What Is the Best Winter Thermostat Setting?

During the cold months, save on your heating energy bills and keep your HVAC system from working too hard by setting your thermostat to this ideal temperature.

Read Article
Prepare for a Winter Storm with These Safety Tips

Let’s take a look at some of the most serious threats that winter weather can pose, as well as a few tips to help keep your family, home and vehicles safe.

Read Article
Humidifier Benefits: How a Humidifier Can Help You Stay Comfortable in Winter

Learn how to counteract the effects of dryness during winter by using humidifiers in your home.

Read Article
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