{"id":73415,"date":"2025-07-18T19:16:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T19:16:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/73415\/"},"modified":"2025-07-18T19:16:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T19:16:19","slug":"how-do-you-save-money-during-high-heat-weather-jea-has-some-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/73415\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you save money during high heat weather? JEA has some tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>New JEA headquarters (Copyright 2023 by WJXT News4Jax &#8211; All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><strong>JACKSONVILLE, Fla.<\/strong> \u2013 The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a Heat Advisory for the Jacksonville region on Friday, and the extreme weather is expected to continue this weekend, with heat index values expected to reach 113 degrees.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">JEA sent out an email reminding customers of ways to conserve energy and water and mentioned it offers a variety of programs and tools to help customers save money: <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__http:\/jea.com\/save__;!!JzAkRiGGxM5L!uBK8ekctIFfoa7Qe_ySbAK_jd-LPcqffXjRGHTWqV3BxBr3PxkAWA_0qIwjAgeZMq-VixeZ6gIk$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__http:\/jea.com\/save__;!!JzAkRiGGxM5L!uBK8ekctIFfoa7Qe_ySbAK_jd-LPcqffXjRGHTWqV3BxBr3PxkAWA_0qIwjAgeZMq-VixeZ6gIk$\">jea.com\/save<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Here\u2019s what JEA had to say: <\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>Air Conditioning<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 kDvXdO font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Air conditioning and heating systems consume about 40 \u2013 60% of all the electricity customers use. Set your thermostat at 78\u00b0 in summer, 5\u00b0 to 10\u00b0 higher when you leave the house. A five-degree shift can save you 6 &#8211; 8 percent per degree in the summer.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Run ceiling or table fans instead of lowering the air conditioning thermostat. Fans can help make you feel 2 to 3 degrees cooler. Turn them off when you leave the room.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Shade windows that receive direct sun light to help keep rooms cooler.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Change your air filter every month. A dirty air filter makes your A\/C system work harder, which uses more energy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>Water Conservation Tips<\/b> <\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 kDvXdO font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Water leaks, especially in running toilets, are the No. 1 reason customers see their consumption increase. Identify and fix any running toilets.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Get two toilet leak tablets in a <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/www.jea.com\/Residential_Customers\/Ways_to_Save\/Water_Conservation_Kits\/__;!!JzAkRiGGxM5L!uBK8ekctIFfoa7Qe_ySbAK_jd-LPcqffXjRGHTWqV3BxBr3PxkAWA_0qIwjAgeZMq-Vie1oWueg$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/www.jea.com\/Residential_Customers\/Ways_to_Save\/Water_Conservation_Kits\/__;!!JzAkRiGGxM5L!uBK8ekctIFfoa7Qe_ySbAK_jd-LPcqffXjRGHTWqV3BxBr3PxkAWA_0qIwjAgeZMq-Vie1oWueg$\"><b>free JEA Water Conservation Kit<\/b><\/a>. <\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 kDvXdO font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Inspect sprinkler heads. A broken one can waste 25,000 gallons of water in six months.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Direct spray to your yard, not your sidewalk.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>Small Changes that Make a Big Impact<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 kDvXdO font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Avoid going in and out of the home repeatedly to keep cool air in and hot air out.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Use the washer with full loads using cold water.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>Try grilling outside, using the microwave or cooking with a Crockpot or InstantPot instead of the stove or oven. Small appliances typically use less energy and keep the kitchen cool.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>Assessments<\/b> <\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 kDvXdO font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>JEA\u00a0provides free in-home assessments to help customers conserve energy and reduce water use and thus reduce their\u00a0JEA\u00a0bills. Energy auditors conduct walk-through inspections of homes to determine whether behavioral changes and\/or new equipment can help reduce energy costs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p>To schedule a\u00a0<b>free energy or irrigation assessment<\/b>, customers can call 904-665-6000.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 nALdY copyright\">Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX &#8211; All rights reserved.<\/p>\n<p>About the Author<img alt=\"Travis Gibson headshot\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/27566729-7a35-4089-9376-aacd22284111.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"86\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"object-fit:cover\"\/><a class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__LinkBase-sc-1fnzlkn-9 eUojqd gMnWPT\" href=\"https:\/\/www.news4jax.com\/team\/Travis Gibson\/\" title=\"View Travis Gibson&#039;s full profile\" itemprop=\"url\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Travis Gibson<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gnunoy bOlrXa\">Digital Executive Producer who has lived in Jacksonville for over 30 years and helps lead the News4JAX.com digital team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"New JEA headquarters (Copyright 2023 by WJXT News4Jax &#8211; All rights reserved.) 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