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It's that time of year again. Cold temperatures are forcing us to drag out our heavy coats, gloves and hats.

But, don't forget to prepare your home for the colder conditions by turning off faucets and draining garden hoses to prevent freezing.

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There are steps you can take right now to save money on your energy bill while keeping your home warm in these cold months.

Checklist for when you winterize your home:

Clean gutters to prevent clogging

Service the furnace and chimney

Protect indoor pipes with pipe insulation

Secure outdoor water sources (like drains, garden hoses and drain spigots)

Lower or program the thermostat

PECO suggests keeping thermostats set to 68 degrees in or

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