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Lower Your Energy Bills Series: Hot Water

Today's entry in our Lower Your Energy Bills Series focuses on hot water.  There are a number of simple things you can do to help reduce your energy bills by reducing the amount of hot water you use.

Turn It Down: Check to see what temperature your water heater is set at.  Consider lowering it to 120 degrees Fahrenheit.  This can save as much as 10% on water heating costs compared to a temperature setting of 140 degrees.  And, 120 degrees should still be plenty hot for all your showering and washing needs.

Turn It Off: Consider turning off your water heater when you don't need it.  This might mean turning it off before you go to bed at night, or before you leave for work (or golf) during the day.  If you worry about not having hot water because you'll forget to turn it back on, consider installing a timer.  When going out of town for an extended period of time, be sure to turn the hot water heater off completely.

Clothes Don't Need It: Try to wash your clothes on a cooler water setting.  Most of the time clothing doesn't need to be washed in hot water to get cleaned.

Use The Right Handle: When doing things like brushing your teeth or getting a drink of water, be sure to use the right faucet handle.  You don't need hot water for these tasks.  Turning on the hot water, even for a second, causes cold water to enter the water heater tank.

Fix The Drip: If you have a leaky faucet, especially one with a single handle, fix it.  Not only does this help conserve water, but it will allow hot water to stay in the tank where you want it.

Maintain Your Water Heater: Like any machine, your water heater needs maintenance now and then.  Flush the tank about every 6 months, and check for leaks while you are at it.  Check and replace the anode rod every 1-3 years.  Also, check the water pressure and make sure it's within the range recommended by the manufacturer.  A well maintained water heater not only works more efficiently, but it also extends the number of years of use you'll get out of it before it needs to be replaced.

Reduce Your Usage:  Don't run the hot water constantly while shaving.  Take more showers instead of baths.  Wash dishes by hand instead of the dishwasher. The less hot water you use, the less you spend to heat it.

Any and all of these small steps will help you reduce the energy costs associated with heating water in your home.  Find the ones that work with your lifestyle, and enjoy the savings!

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Publix BOGOs for May 16-22

Here are the BOGOs in the upcoming Publix ad for May 16-22:

Bakery & Deli:

• DiGiorno Cheese, 5-6oz: $4.99
• The Alternative Bagels, Assorted Varieties, 10oz: $3.19

Meats:

• Lloyd's Meats in Original BBQ Sauce, Assorted Varieties, 15-16oz: $5.99
• Hebrew National Beef Franks (or Knockwurst, Kosher, Assorted Varieties), 11-12oz: $4.99

Grocery:

• Doritios Tortilla Chips, Assorted Varieties, 10-11oz: $4.29
• Kraft Barbecue Sauce, Assorted Varieties, 16.25-18oz: $1.91
• Wish-Bone Dressing, Assorted Varieties, 16oz: $2.97
• A.1. Steak Sauce, Assorted Varieties, 10oz: $4.45
• Lipton Tea Bags, Iced Tea Brew, Family Size, (Excluding Decaf) 24ct: $3.19
• Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 32oz: $11.99
• Gatorade Perform 02 G Series or G2, Assorted Varieties, 64oz: $2.75
• Ocean Spray 110% Cranberry Juice Blend, Selected Varieties, 8pk: $3.39
• Del Monte Tomatoes, Assorted Varieties, 14.5oz: $1.65
• Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal, 10.5oz: $4.39 (Chocolate Frosted Flakes, Krave and Corn Pops also included): $4.39
• Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, or Big Chewy, or Dipps, Assorted Varieties, 6.1-7.4oz: $3.09
• Duncan Hines Decadent Brownie Mix, or Decadent Cake or Cupcake Mix, 16.76-18oz: $2.79
• Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Assorted Varieties, 5.5-7.3oz: $1.85
• Krusteax Cookie Mix, Bakery Style, Assorted Varieties, 15.5-18oz: $2.19
• Orville Redenbacher's Gourmet Popping Corn: $5.45
• Nabisco Chips Ahoy! Cookies, Assorted Varieties, 9.5-13oz: $3.69
• Nabisco Munch Pack Variety Pack, 12-15pk: $6.69
• Arnold Bread, Assorted Varieties, 24oz: $4.29
• Keebler Chips Deluxe Cookies, Assorted Varieties, 10-15oz: $3.59
• Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Mins, or Rolo or Kit Kat, or other, 5.6-10.5oz: $3.79
• Betty Crocker Hamburger, Tuna or Chicken Helper, or Suddenly Salad, 4.4-12.2oz: $1.99

Dairy:

• President Feta Cheese, Fat Free, Assorted Varieties, 6oz: $5.39
• Smart Balance Spread, 13-15oz or 2-pack, Excluding Organic: $3.69
• Daisy Cottage Cheese or Sour Cream, Assorted Varieties, 16oz: $2.50

Frozen:

• Klondike Ice Cream Treats, Assorted Varieties, 16-27oz: $4.09
• Aunt Jemima Pancakes, or French Toast, Assorted Varieties, 12.5-14.8oz: $3.09
• Green Giant Vegetables, Assorted Varieties, 11-12oz: $2.59
• Breyer's Ice Cream, Assorted Varieties, 48oz: $5.15
• Gorton's Fish Sticks, Assorted Varieties, 14oz: $6.49
• Whole Fruit Sorbet, Assorted Varieties, 1 pint: $3.29

Health & Beauty:

• Irish Spring Body Wash, or Softsoap Body Wash, 15-18oz: $3.99
• Complete Multi-Purpose Solution, Easy Rub Formula, 12oz: $8.99

Household:

• Fab Laundry Detergent, Powder or Liquid, 2.1-3.41 lb box or 50oz bottle: $4.09

NOTE:  All prices and items listed are believed to be correct.  Village Grocery Delivery, LLC is not responsible for any errors.  Refer to the official printed flyers to ensure pricing and item accuracy.

Olive Garden's 3 Course Dinner for $12.95 Is Back!

Olive Garden's 3 Course Dinner for $12.95 is back!

Start with your choice of soup or salad, along with bread sticks.  

Then choose one of five new entrees, including Grilled Chicken Toscano, Shrimp Penne, Parmesan-Potato Crusted Chicken, Bucatini with Meat Sauce, or Three-Cheese Pomodoro Ravioli.

Finish your meal with your choice of one of three desserts, including Chocolate Mousse Cake, Choice of Dolcini, or Choice of Italian Coffee.

Click here for menu details.

If you would like to enjoy this deal in the convenience of your home, just call Village Delivery at (352) 751-0310 to place your order.