North Carolina’s record heat could add $100 to power bills, and your thermostat matters most

North Carolina’s record-setting early July heat could show up not only in temperature logs but also in what people pay to cool their homes.

In some households, keeping the AC running through triple-digit temperatures could push summer electricity costs up by as much as $100.

One of the best ways to save money on home energy is by going solar, which can shrink or even replace a major share of what homeowners pay for electricity over time…

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