OKLAHOMA CITY – As summer temperatures rise, many customers look for ways to manage household energy costs. Oklahoma Natural Gas encourages customers to focus on simple steps that can improve efficiency and help reduce overall energy use.
Ways to Save Money This Summer:
Customers can take control of their energy costs by making a few simple adjustments at home:
•Limit A/C Competition with Appliances: By running dryers, dishwashers andother large appliances after dark, you can reduce stress on your cooling system.
•Keep Cool Air In: Seal doors and windows with weather stripping and/or caulking tokeep cool air in and warm air out. Consider closing your drapes or blinds to blockthe sunlight.
•Maintain Natural Gas Appliances: When heating or cooling systems are servicedand cleaned properly, they operate more safely and efficiently. This helps them lastlonger and lowers your monthly bill.
•Reduce Water Heater Temperatures: Lower the temperature of your water heaterto 120 degrees.
•Installing a Low Flow Shower Head: This causes less water to be used, which canuse less energy from your water heater.
•Change Direction of Ceiling Fans: Adjust ceiling fans so they are rotatingcounterclockwise. This will push air downward to create the windchill effect.
We’re Here to Help
Oklahoma Natural Gas offers a variety of programs to help customers manage natural gas bills, including payment arrangements. More information is available at oklahomanaturalgas.com/ cares.