What is the cost savings that I will receive if I lower my thermostat?
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SAVE $$ BY LOWERING YOUR THERMOSTAT |
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If your current monthly heating costs are:
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If you turn your thermostat down you may save this amount of money each month: |
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4º |
8º |
12º |
16º |
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$100 |
You Save |
$4 |
$8 |
$12 |
$16 |
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$200 |
You Save |
$8 |
$16 |
$24 |
$32 |
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$300 |
You Save |
$12 |
$24 |
$36 |
$48 |
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Savings Based on US Department of Energy Estimates. |
Lower your thermostat and turn on an electric blanket or heated mattress pad. This will save you money.
According to an article by HowStuffWorks.com it only costs about 15 to 30 cents in electricity to operate an electric blanket for 10 hours.
