There are many ways you can reduce your electric bill. The following is a list of energy saving tips that will save you money if you apply them:

• Select efficient appliances using the yellow "Energy Guide" labels.
  
• Keep coils clean.
  
• Try to keep the refrigerator and freezer full.
  
• Use clothes lines and drying racks as much as possible.
  
• Run the clothes dryer only with a full load.
  
• Don't run the dryer longer than necessary.
  
• Use the cool-down cycle to save energy and reduce wrinkles.
  
• Turn down the temperature on your hot water heater when you are gone for several days and consider adding a water heater jacket.
  
• Turn appliances off when not in use.
  
• Use your microwave or crock pot as often as you can. Both use less energy than your oven.
  
• Consider an automatic thermostat if no one is home during the days or try setting your thermostat at 78 degrees in summer and 68 degrees in winter.
  
• Put a water saving head on your shower.
  
• Fix dripping faucets immediately.
  
• Use cold water for the final rinse on your clothes washer.
  
• Use only the amount of water needed for the load of clothes you are washing.
  
• Run your dishwasher only when you have a full load.
  
• Allow dishes to air dry, rather than let the dishwasher use electric heat.
  
• Change heating and cooling filters monthly.
  
• Keep baseboard heaters clean.
  
• Turn off the lights when you leave the room.
  
• Consider replacing incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps.
  
• Use ceiling fans - both in summer and winter. During winter, reverse the fan switch to help warm air circulate.
  
• When not in use, keep your fireplace damper closed.
  
• Caulk and weather-strip around all windows, exterior doors, baseboards and fireplaces.