5 Ways to Save Money on Electricity
Has opening your electric bill become a horror movie? The envelope flap creeks, the pages turn towards the dreaded price page and *gasp*, the energy bill.
Electricity is apart of our everyday lives. From our cooking, heating, cleaning, lighting to luxuries, we depend on electricity to live.
But how do you combat a high electric bill? You could live by candle-light or channel your inner Bear Grylls but instead of going to those extremes, follow these simple ways to save money on electricity.
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1. Chill Out on the Heat & Air Conditioning
No matter what season we’re in, it seems like we’re always attempting to counter the outside weather. When the weather’s too hot, we want to cool off. When it’s too cold, we want to warm up. But, heating and cooling costs can be expensive.
2. Are your Bills in Hot Water?
A good chunk of your bills comes from water heating. According to the DOE, your water heating can contribute to 18% of your overall utility bill after heating and cooling.
Some practical ways of cutting down on hot water are by:
Setting your washing machine on cold cycle
Spending less time or stop taking hot showers
Not overusing your hot water
Lowering your water heater to 120°F
Running your dishwasher on full-loads only
3. All of the LED Lights
When focusing on light bulbs, the traditional choice would be the incandescent bulbs because they’ve been around for so long.
But, there’s a better and cheaper way. LED bulbs have become the superior light bulb and have the stats to prove it.
4. Home Appliances
Finally, home appliances are another reason your electric bill is through the roof. Whether it’s an efficient product or not, there are always other solutions to help you save more in the long run.
A few ways to save money on electricity is by:
Hanging up wet clothes to dry
Setting your washing machine on cold cycle
Avoiding ovens or toaster ovens, replace with barbecuing or non-cooked meals
Avoiding peak hours when washing clothes
Keep fridge and freezer door closed, check seals for escaping air
Be Electricity Conscious
To be energy-efficient, it’s important to be conscious of the electricity you’re using daily.
Here are some questions you should ask yourself when considering ways to save on electricity:
Do the products I own need to be permanently plugged in?
Are the products I own “ENERGY STAR” products?
Am I overusing products that require electricity?
Should I be leaving products “on” that aren’t currently in use?
Could I be spending less time using specific products?
By asking yourself these questions, you’ll be able to indicate other ways to save on electricity and create your own list of good saving tips and habits.
Inspect, Repair, Save
Saving money on electricity requires you to spend time, to adjust to good habits that become apart of your everyday routine.
When considering these 5 ways to save money on electricity, Suburban Chicagoland Electric provides many services to help you implement these methods.
Get a quote and see why choosing Suburban Chicagoland Electric is the obvious choice.