Save some serious money on electric bill?
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Carolyn;
Most electric companies will come out and do a free analysis on your home to help you save money on your monthly bill. They look for things we never think of.
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Hi! Most utilities offer low cost or free energy assessments. That's a good place to start. Instant on appliances use a small amount of power all the time. A power strip you can switch off helps with electronics. Use LED bulbs. Electronic thermostats that are programmable, energy efficient appliances. Everything adds up, like leaving lights on in a room you don't use. We have a gas hot water heater now, and I never realized until we got it, how much electricity the old electric one used. Dusting light bulbs even help them work more efficiently!
Here's a link with some tips for you:
https://www.cnet.com/pictures/24-tips-to-help-you-save-on-your-electric-bill/
IF you do ALL of these, you should see some results:
Switch to CFL Bulbs
Do Air Leak Testing and Sealing (caulking)
Seal Attic Air Leaks
Use Energy Star Products
Insulate Crawl Space Ducts
Close Heat Registers
Use Less Hot Water
Use a Water Heater Timer
Use Weatherstripping
Change Furnace Filter Regularly
Use a Clothesline
Maintain the A/C
Plug Electronics into a Power Strip
Clean the Dryer Duct
Drain the Water Heater
Clean Refrigerator Coils
Seal Up a Seldom-Used Chimney
Add a Flap to the Dryer Vent
Use Storm Windows
Fill Gaps Around Electrical Boxes (foam gaskets)
Fill Gaps Under Sinks
Use “Winter Curtains”
Seal Small Attic Holes With Foam and Caulk
Add a Door Sweep
Turn Down the Heat
Seal Up Ducts
Wrap Pipes With Insulation
Research Triple Glazed Windows
Find Out the Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters
Add a Radiant Barrier to Your Attic Ceiling
Adjust Your Water Heater Temperature
Remodel Your HVAC for Zones
Clean and Maintain Your Refrigerator
Insulate a Garage Door
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All are useful suggestions, this is a utility, you can shop for rates in most areas and lock into them. Theres a whole marketplace out there and you have to read it carefully.
Most utility companies charge different rates for electricity usage during different times of the day/days of the week.
You can save money on your electricity bill by running some appliances such as the dishwasher, washer and dryer, and by also taking showers only during these times, rather than during peak hours.
When we replaced and upgraded our windows to double insulated vinyl, I was shocked at how much a difference it made. Adding insulation to the crawl space also put a dent in it. It has dropped at least $40/month. But I haven't done a comparison of weather but I don't think temperatures are that different from the prior years.
Hi Carolyn, switch to LED light bulbs - they use less than the CFL
make sure you turn out lights in rooms you are not using
make sure doors & windows are closed tight
check for drafts on windows, you can put a plastic sheet over the window to keep drafts down https://www.amazon.ca/3M-2141W-6-Indoor-Window-Insulator/dp/B00002NCJI/ref=asc_df_B00002NCJI/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292938317187&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14163080560503176635&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001397&hvtargid=pla-315946802308&psc=1
Get a programmable thermostat
check your ceiling insulation, you may need to top it up
These should help you see a difference.
Also, see if you can sign on with a company that gives you better rates than you are currently paying
Lots of good tips here. Try some smart bulbs and smart outlets that you can program to keep power usage down. Beware of scammer utility companies who offer a low rate to start as they lock you in impossibly hard then explode your rate.
Electric companies will often come out and "audit" your home
Hi Carolyn, hope this helps you out
https://www.bchydro.com/powersmart/residential/savings-and-rebates/everyday-electricity-saving-tips.html?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=redirect&utm_content=21tips
With a few simple changes, you can make a big difference in your energy bills and your wallet!
Hi Carolyn, here are some easy ideas to help you reduce power usage in your home
Looking to save some serious money on your electric bill? You're in the right place! There are plenty of ways to cut down on your energy costs without sacrificing comfort or convenience.One of the best ways to start is by making your home more energy-efficient. This can include upgrading to energy-efficient appliances, sealing drafts around windows and doors, and using programmable thermostats to regulate your home's temperature.For more tips and insights on how to reduce your energy costs, you might want to check out https://smarterbusiness.co.uk/energy/. They offer a range of resources and solutions to help you optimize your energy usage and save money on your electric bill.
Hi Carolyn: Unplug anything that you're not using. Even though something is turned off, if it's plugged in, it's using energy. Use LED bulbs, and if you have a lamp that uses 4 bulbs, use only 2, turn off lights you're not using. Your utility company will come out and give you some ideas and, sometimes, a programable thermostat and bulbs :)
Rather than using a night light, that occupies an outlet, you can buy night lights that are LED and they have an independent beam of light from the plate itself.
Here is a website that will tell you what to do in all 4 seasons https://www.puc.texas.gov/consumer/facts/save.aspx#hot_weather_energy-saving_tips