May 06, 2008 07:13 am May 6: Take your house's temperature. The New York State Public Service Commission states that you can save at least 20 percent on heating costs by lowering the thermostat just 10 degrees for two eight-hour periods each day _ like when you're at work, or asleep. A programmable thermostat takes the guesswork out of the process. If you replace a mercury-based thermostat, don't throw it out. Set it aside, and we'll deal with it tomorrow. ''
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