How Georgians Can Save On Their Electric Bills This Summer
Georgia Power has some advice to help its customers minimize the impact of the rising heat temperatures that it has on electric bills. They have provided easy ways to save around the house.
Here are some tips tools and resources to help you save money and energy during the summer.
Tune Up the A/C
Make sure your A/C is running efficiently.
Keep Air Vents Clear
Keeping air vents clear of obstructions such as furniture, plants, curtains, and rugs helps maintain a consistent temperature throughout the home.
Sat Your Thermostat for the Season
78 degrees is the ideal temperature to set your thermostat at during the summer. It will show energy efficient results.
Using Your Fan
Using the celling the fan allows you to raise the temperature of your thermostat while gaining 5 degrees of coolness from your fan.
For more tips on how to save money and energy during the summer, click here.
Summer Woes - Dealing With Mosquito Bites
Rubbing Alcohol
Recently, I feel like this has given me the most relief, but it just doesn’t last long. I pour some 91% rubbing alchocol on a cotton ball and rub it all over my legs. The bad part is, it can burn! But that’s because I have scratched at some of the bites and left sores.Cortizone Cream
I’ve used this throughout the years. Even the strongest one that’s on the market. But I honestly don’t think it helps that much.
Lavender Oil
In the past few years, I’ve used essential oils for a lot of things. Lavender has been good for many things, especially sunburns. I know it’s good for itching too, so I put a couple drops in some lotion and rubbed it all over my legs. I think this worked a little better than the Cortizone cream.
Blue Star Ointment
I bought this a few months ago for a weird itching issue I had with my feet that wasn’t athlete’s foot. So, since I had it on hand, I figured I’d try it out for the bug bites. It works okay… but it’s a really strong smell. This is one I’d be more likely to use at night instead of during the day when I’m around people!
Bug Spray
Perhaps the most obvious, and quickiest solution. But, as I mentioned… I’m not a big fan of chemicals. Plus, I don’t always remember to spray it on before heading outdoors. And I don’t want to spray it on if I’m just going outside for a few minutes. I do know there are more natural sprays… which I need to look into. I have made my own using essential oils before too!
Wear Long Sleeves and Pants
I’m not sure how much faith I have in this. I’ve had bugs bite me through my clothing before. And honestly, in this Georgia and South Carolina heat… no one wants to wear long sleeves and pants in the summer!
Wear Light Colored Clothing
According to Country Living, wearing lighter colored clothing might help. Some mosquitoes prefer darker colors. Again, not sure how much I’d rely on this one for prevention!
Equip Your Outside Area
There are a variety of ways to treat your outdoor space. Obviously, there are many companies that provide bug treatment monthy. Also, you need to eliminate any standing water outside.
You can also use a bug trap, which I haven’t always found to be highly effective. There are also citronella candles you can burn. And you can also use a fan, which can prevent bugs from wanting to be in the area of high air flow.
