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Tips

Easy, inexpensive ways to boost
your home’s comfort this winter

Pulling on a sweater, snuggling under a blanket or turning on your space heater for a while can keep you cozy during the winter while keeping your costs under control.

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Tips to keep your holidays merry, bright and safe

Arlo Christensen, an OPPD safety expert, shares guidance for safely using holiday lights both inside and outside of your home.

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Properly insulated pipes pay off

Insulating exposed pipes can help deliver hot water that's 2-4 degrees hotter than that in uninsulated pipes. This can mean a lower water heater tank setting, too – which can help you save money.

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Harvest safety: Keep an eye on power lines

As harvest season approaches, OPPD line technicians who also farm share safety guidelines for using equipment around power lines.

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These tips can help you keep your household prepared for emergencies

September is National Preparedness Month. Having an emergency plan in place and a disaster kit prepared can help keep your household safe.

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Planning to dig? Call 811 first

Calling Nebraska 811 before you start a digging project can ensure you avoid contact with underground utilities and can help keep you safe – and it's the law.

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