{"id":5892,"date":"2026-06-29T19:01:58","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T19:01:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/houstonmovingjournal.com\/?p=5892"},"modified":"2026-06-29T19:01:58","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T19:01:58","slug":"how-to-stay-cool-and-save-on-energy-as-heat-dome-brings-triple-digit-temperatures-to-millions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/houstonmovingjournal.com\/?p=5892","title":{"rendered":"How to stay cool and save on energy as heat dome brings triple-digit temperatures to millions"},"content":{"rendered":"
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FILE – NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 30: People try to stay cool at the beach at Coney Island in Brooklyn as the region experiences another heatwave on July 30, 2025 in New York City. ((Photo by Spencer Platt\/Getty Images) \/ Getty Images)<\/span> <\/p>

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Temperatures in the 90s are spreading across the Midwest and will reach the East Coast by midweek, when it will feel like 100 to 110 degrees for tens of millions of people ahead of the 4th of July weekend. \u00a0<\/p>

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This graphic shows how many people will experience over 90 degree temperatures in the U.S. (FOX Weather)<\/span> <\/p> <\/div><\/div>

Summer energy-saving tips<\/strong><\/h2>
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has several tips to stay cool, save on energy, and not break the bank to keep energy affordable through the summer. \u00a0<\/p>

Use your windows to keep the heat out<\/strong><\/h2>

According to the DOE, about 76% of sunlight that falls on standard double-pane windows enters\u00a0the home to become heat.\u00a0 By installing window treatments and coverings you can prevent heat gain through your windows during the day.\u00a0<\/p>

Operate your thermostat efficiently<\/strong><\/h2>
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An easy way to save money on your cooling bills is to use a programmable thermostat with a pre-set schedule to set your thermostat at a temperature you find comfortable and that provides humidity control, if needed. The smaller the difference between the indoor and outdoor temperatures, the lower your overall cooling bill will be.<\/p>

When you are away, keep your house warmer than normal and lower the thermostat setting when you return home and need cooling. A programmable thermostat allows you to do this automatically and without sacrificing comfort.<\/p>

The DOE says to avoid setting your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you first turn on your air conditioner as it will not cool your home any faster and could result in excessive cooling and unnecessary expense.<\/p>

Use fans and ventilation strategies to cool your home<\/strong><\/h2>

Ceiling fans are a great way to keep cool as they create a wind chill effect. \u00a0But remember, fans cool people, not rooms, so when you leave the room, turn the ceiling fan off.<\/p>

And when you shower or take a bath, use the bathroom fan to remove heat and humidity from your home.\u00a0<\/p>

Keep your cooling system running efficiently<\/strong><\/h2>
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For maximum energy affordability, schedule regular maintenance for your HVAC system.<\/p>

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Air conditioning manufacturer Carrier recommends having HVAC preventative maintenance scheduled regularly with a HVAC technician to ensure the system operates efficiently and to avoid breakdowns.\u00a0<\/p>

Preventative HVAC maintenance<\/h3>