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With how things are going in the todays economy, it might be time for families to start buckling down on energy usage to save on expenses. After all, every penny saved is a penny earned. Luckily, there are many ways to bring down those electricity bills and a lot of the options are low cost and easy to implement. Others may require the assistance of professionals like those at Neighborhood Electric, but the long-term savings will be worth it. Here are some tips for reducing home energy usage and saving on electricity bills.
Adjust Your Daily Behavior
Start by working on some energy-saving habits. Turn off the lights when you leave a room and switch off appliances when they arent in use. In fact, pull the plug on those appliances or devices that you use infrequently because they might be consuming energy while on standby mode, also known as energy vampires. Throw on extra layers of clothing and bring the thermostat down a few notches in the cold months and bring it up a bit during the summer while utilizing a fan instead. Did you know heating and cooling make up almost half of the electric bill for most homeowners?
Replace Your Light Bulbs
Incandescent light bulbs can be inefficient lighting and costly in terms of energy usage when compared to alternatives like LED lights. LED lights are efficient and consume a fraction of the energy that incandescent bulbs do. They are also long-lasting and have reduced in price in the last decade.
Install A Smart Thermostat
Programmable and smart thermostat can save money on your heating and cooling with little effort. By setting a schedule or controlling your thermostat remotely, you can reduce your bills considerably. Why leave the heater on when you can turn it on remotely right after leaving work? Installing a smart thermostat is convenient and cost-efficient!
Control Your Water Heater Usage
Your water heater uses a considerable amount of energy. Insulating your water heater can save energy, especially if it is located in a place without heat such as your garage or basement. Be mindful of how long your hot showers last. Taking quick showers saves on your energy bill, water bill, and leaves you with more time to be productive!
Upgrade to Energy Star Appliances
Are your appliances getting a bit old? Now would be an amazing time to upgrade to Energy Star appliances. These appliances use 10 to 25 percent less energy than the traditional once and can quickly pay for themselves in energy savings.
As mentioned earlier, heating and cooling consume most of a households electricity. If you HVAC system is over 10 years old, then it might be time to consider upgrading to a newer, more efficient system. Energy Star HVAC equipment can save you 10 to 20 percent on energy costs!
Call Your Local Electricians for Consultations
Your trusted electricians at Neighborhood Electric can help you inspect your electrical system and find points of concern to save you on electricity bills. They are also likely to know about energy efficient alternatives for your appliances and equipment. Call Neighborhood Electric today to speak with a professional.
