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Sawnee Electric
Membership
Corporation
www.sawnee.com |
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Volume 26, Issue 8
We're More Than Electricity, We're Service |
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Start Saving Today!
It's hot outside.
Have you been sitting inside, with
the air conditioner set at 75 degrees (or lower),
wondering what you can do to lower your electric bill?
Before you read any further, take a minute and make
sure that your thermostat is set at 78 degrees.
Okay - thermostat at 78 degrees? Congratulations -
you have just lowered your electric bill - if you keep
the setting at 78 degrees for the entire month.
Your air conditioner is the biggest user
of electricity in the summer, and it is important that
you operate it efficiently to keep your electric bill as
low as possible.
Now
let's take a look at you ductwork. Consider using
mastic (also known as air duct sealant) to "tighten" up
your existing ductwork. Head to the basement or
attic and apply the mastic everywhere you see a taped
duct joint. This is a very inexpensive way to
ensure that you receive the maximum benefit from your
air conditioner. Also, don't forget to change
those air filters. If they have not been changed
recently, do it as soon as possible.
Have you checked your insulation lately? If you
answered, "Hmmmm...insulation - do we have insulation?",
then you definitely need to keep reading! Sawnee
EMC recommends upgrading your attic insulation to at
least an R-38, which is approximately 17 inches of blown
fiberglass. Need a little assistance with paying
for the insulation upgrade? Just take advantage of
our insulation rebate. Below is a list of
the various rebates that Sawnee EMC offers:
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Insulation - Bring your attic value up to an R-38
and receive a rebate of 1/2 of the cost to a maximum of
$200.00.
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Ventilation - Add an additional form of
ventilation to your attic and receive a rebate of 1/2 of
the cost to a maximum of $75.00.
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Programmable Thermostat - Replace an existing
manual thermostat with a programmable one and receive
1/2 of the cost to a maximum of $25.00.
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Residential Lighting - Purchase a minimum of 10
compact fluorescent bulbs and receive a rebate of 1/2 of
the cost to a maximum of $20.00.
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Heat Pump -
Replace your existing air conditioner with a 14 SEER
heat pump and receive a rebate of $75.00 per ton to a
site maximum of $375.00.
Note: If you
decide to take advantage of any of these rebates, simply save your receipt and fax it to
(678)513-8106 or mail a copy to Sawnee EMC, Energy
Services, 543 Atlanta Highway, Cumming Georgia 30040.
All receipts must be submitted by December 31,
2006.
So, now that your have the
facts and information, start saving today! If you have
any questions or need additional information, please visit
our Energy Center
online or contact us via email at
Marketing@sawnee.com.
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Consider This When
Considering a Power Ventilator...
Power attic ventilators are a source
of attic ventilation for homes. When a power
ventilator is used with a combination of adequate
soffit venting, as well as proper sealing between
the house and attic, it can provide a good source of
ventilation. However, there are some considerations
to remember. For instance, a standard power
ventilator will consume electricity, which will
increase your energy costs over time. An
alternative to this is a solar powered ventilator.
Also, power ventilators can cause depressurization
problems inside your house, which can include a loss
of conditioned air.
If you decide to shop for a power
ventilator, it is important to know the square
footage of your attic. Power ventilators are rated
according to the cubic feet per minute (CFM) of
airflow that they create. Keep in mind that bigger
is not always better when it comes to power
ventilators. Oversized power ventilators can cause
conditioned air to be pulled out of your house and
into the attic through cracks in the ceiling. It is
always a good rule of thumb to seal all cracks
between the house and attic by using weather
stripping, caulking or rigid board insulation.
So, next time you look at your
ceiling, think about what you can do to make your
attic more energy efficient. Got questions? Call
one of our trained
energy experts
to help make your home or business
more energy efficient. We have many
grants and
services that
can help you to lower your bill and make your home
more comfortable.
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Energy Savers
Let’s take a
look at laundry! Even when you start that
weekly laundry routine, there are ways you can
save energy. Keep reading to find out how.
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Use cold water whenever possible.
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Wash and dry full loads.
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Don't over dry clothes. Select the
setting that is right for the clothes that
you are drying
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Dry towels and heavier cottons in a separate
load from lighter weight materials.
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Use the cool-down cycle to allow the clothes
to finish drying with the residual heat in
the dryer.
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Clean the lint filter in the dryer after
ever load to improve circulation.
By
following these simple and easy tips, you will
not only save money on your energy bill, but you
can also reduce the wear and tear on your washer
and dryer. Start saving today!
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Pay your bill when it is convenient for
you! Consider
online
bill payment or paying
through our automated telephone system for this electric
payment!
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Quotable Quote
"Much
unhappiness results from our inabilities to remember the nice things
that happen to us"
W. N. Reiger.
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Third Party Notification
Sawnee EMC
recognizes that sometimes people forget to pay their
monthly electric bill. There are many reasons why
this may happen - travel, illness, hospitalization
and sometimes people do “just forget”. Due to
reasons like these, Sawnee EMC developed a program
called “Third Party Notification”. This program
serves as a “safety net” to help prevent electric
service interruptions for nonpayment by letting
another person,
that you authorize,
be made aware of this event.
Under this
program, Sawnee EMC will notify a “designated” third
party, such as a neighbor, relative or social
service agency, to also receive your past-due or
disconnect notices. While the third party is not
responsible for paying the bill, he or she may be
able to help arrange for payment, make a payment or
otherwise assist in the process, therefore, helping
to avoid the disconnection of service.
Third Party
Notification is a
free service
and may be set up by only you. Be assured your
privacy will be protected at all times and we will
only advise those you authorize. This service
provides assurance that someone other than you will
be notified if electric service is subject to
disconnection for nonpayment.
To participate
in this service, please contact our
Customer Call
Center
at 770-887-2363 or visit us online at
www.sawnee.com to
access the appropriate form(s) and information.
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SEMC’s Annual
Meeting is Coming...
Mark your
calendar today!
Sawnee EMC’s Annual Meeting of Members is being held
on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at our offices located
at 543 Atlanta Highway, Cumming, Georgia.
Registration is to begin at approximately 8:00
a.m., with the business session scheduled at 10:20
a.m. Remember, these times are estimates and may
vary slightly from the schedule.
In addition to
the Cooperative’s business meeting, many activities
are planned for your participation and enjoyment.
Here is a sneak peak at what you can expect at this
year’s Annual Meeting:
- Exhibits on
Energy Efficiency
- Continental
Breakfast
- Kid’s
Activities
- Musical
Entertainment
- Report of
Cooperative’s Activities
- Door Prizes
Did you know
that this is the 68th Annual Meeting for Sawnee?
Our first meeting was in 1939 and 111 members
attended. We hope you will make plans to attend.
For more information, please call our
Customer Call
Center
at 770-887-2363.
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Our Mission
Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation exists to serve
the changing needs of members by enhancing the quality
of life by actively supporting community developments
and identifying and serving the members' needs.
Together, we can make
difference!
Click here
for details and to sign up for Operation Round Up!
Contact Us
Physical Address
543 Atlanta Hwy
Cumming, GA 30040
Business Office Hours
Mon.-Fri. 7am-9pm;
Sat. 8am-5pm;
24-Hour Emergency Service
Postal Address
P.O. Box 266
Cumming, GA
30028-0266
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Phone Numbers
Customer Service Center
(770)887-2363
Fax (678) 947-3368
TDD (770) 781-4271
(800) 635-9131
Sawnee Electric Membership Foundation,
Inc.
P.O.Box 1174
Cumming, GA 30028
Phone: 678-455-1539
Fax: 678-513-8106
Cindy.King@Sawnee.com |
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