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- As winter approaches, utility bills rise due to energy use, despite thermostat settings remaining unchanged, according to David Conn of Exceleron.
- Heating systems, refrigerators, and hot water heaters are major energy drains.
- To save money, homeowners can lower their thermostat, run appliances off-peak, and adjust hot water settings.
- The U.S. Department of Energy recommends home energy audits; payment plans from local utility providers may ease bills but raise long-term costs.
