Texas residents are no stranger to the summer heat. However, whether you’ve lived here for two years or 32 years, it never hurts to try and save energy and money on electric bills during the hottest time of year.

Check out the video below from Oncor meteorologist Kaiti Blake. She shares some tips on how to make your home more energy efficient this summer, including:

·       Giving your HVAC system a proper tune-up

·       Installing curtains or blinds to keep the summer sun out

·       Applying caulking or weather stripping to windows and doors

·       Upgrading your appliances and thermostat with a discount