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What to keep your thermostat at this fall as temperatures drop

The Independent·Julia Musto·4 days ago
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It’s finally fall and, as the days grow colder, the need to turn on the heat rises.

But what’s the right temperature to set your thermostat at for the season? Experts now reveal that answer.

“I recommend setting the thermostat near 68 degrees Fahrenheit [(20 degrees Celsius)] when heating is needed, making modest adjustments when sleeping or away, and letting indoor comfort and humidity guide you,” HVAC expert Kim Lincoln told Real Simple on Wednesday.

“Fall is a transition season , so the goal is to find a comfortable setting without constantly making dramatic changes to the thermostat,” she said.

It’s time for many Americans to turn on the heat again.…

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