Guardian Electrostatic Furnace and Air Conditioner Filter are ideal for someone who...

• Has forced hot air heating, known as a furnace, or central air conditioning in their home or office that uses an air filter
• Wants clean, purified air and protection from many airborne allergens for a healthy home
• Needs a furnace or air conditioning filter that is a certain size -- choose from 13 sizes or a custom size filter when you order
• Is tired of replacement air filters, and wants a permanent furnace and air conditioning filter
• Wants to increase efficiency of heating and air conditioning systems, therefore lowering energy costs
• Desires simple, easy cleaning of furnace filter every 2-3 months, instead of having to throwaway and change furnace filters

To save money and stay warm:

• Turn down the thermostat. The normal temperature inside homes is typically 21 C, but turning it down a degree or two could save a customer up to 10 per cent on their annual heating bill.
• Change your furnace and air conditioner filter every two to three months.
• If people don’t already own a programmable thermostat, consider purchasing and installing one. This thermostat will allow consumers to program the thermostat to knock the temperature down when you’re not home, and then kick back up when you return.
• If you have a wood-burning fireplace, make sure the flue is closed when you’re not using it.
• Putting weather stripping on doors and windows, as well as caulking drafty windows, can save consumers up to 25 per cent on their energy bills.

With warmer temperatures comes increased usage. To address the increased usage, Entergy has prepared some energy-saving tips to help customers stay comfortable, while saving on potentially higher energy costs.

"There are a lot of low cost measures customers can take to help minimize their electric bills during the hottest months of the year," said Elaine Coleman, vice president of external affairs for Entergy New Orleans. "Air conditioning alone accounts for almost two-thirds of your electric bill during the summer months."

Just a few simple steps can help customers wisely manage their energy consumption, and in turn their energy bill.

Air Conditioner Filter Tips

• Check your air conditioner filter monthly to ensure that it is clean. Change the filter when necessary.
• Close window blinds, drapes and curtains during the day to reduce warming in your home from direct sunlight.
• Use energy-efficient ceiling fans and portable fans to circulate airflow through your home.
• Raise the central air conditioning thermostat to 78 degrees. Window units should be adjusted accordingly.
• Replace incandescent light bulbs with cooler-burning fluorescent bulbs to reduce the amount of heat created in the home.