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Save Energy This Summer With These Expert-Approved Home Maintenance Strategies
Prep your home for summer to reduce your electricity bills.Written by Faith Foushee
Edited by Jamie Cesanek
Last updated June 10, 2026
Key Points
- Energy rates increase during summer mainly due to higher demand for air conditioning.
- You can bring your energy costs down with routine HVAC maintenance, water heater adjustments, laundry habits, and other strategies.
- You may be able to save on your summer energy bills by switching to a plan with better usage benefits.
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