Here are a few tips for lowering your monthly power bill.
1. Install a programmable thermostat: this is going to help you monitor temperatures with ease, and can help you set a range of temperatures for consistent control. Energy companies report that for every degree you lower a thermostat’s set temperature in the winter will save 3% of energy costs over a 24-hour period. That can really add up, especially in long winter seasons.
2. Do purchase energy-efficient appliances. If you’re remodeling that kitchen, consider the latest eco-friendly refrigerators and dishwashers by LG, Maytag, and GE.
3. Buy and install a hot water jacket. These can help cover your water heater and help conserve heat much more efficiently
4. Turn on those ceiling fans. Circulation is key here, and even if it’s warm air coming from the fireplace, you can help heat up a room much faster.
5. Lock those windows tight! When that AC is blasting, be sure that nothing is escaping in different parts of the house. That cool air has a high price to it, so be sure to conserve it just as you would if it was heat.
6. Turn off extra lights. It’s a very simple and easy strategy to make sure you’re in conservation mode as much as possible. Also, keep those lamps and shades sparkly clean to avoid dust buildup and light blockages.
7. Use all electric appliances much less frequently. From the dishwasher to the washing machine, think of more efficient ways to get the job done. Air dry your clothes once in a while, or hand wash and dry those dishes a few times per week. You can also do a pre-rinse of dishes on your own, and run the dishwasher at a lower cycle.
8. Use natural light as much as possible. Open up those shades and let the sun shine in! If you’re in a warmer climate, it can be easier to do this all day long.
9. Keep your refrigerator clean, and not just for sanitary purposes. When you’re cleaning out the refrigerator coils and bulbs on a regular basis, you’re helping it circulate cold air and stay fresh longer.
10. Replace light bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps whenever possible. If you need a nice ‘mood’ setting, keep it for the living room or bedroom. All other rooms will benefit with almost 25% less energy, and can last as much as ten times as long.
11. Install a current saving device: we manufacture and sell the one below. There are a few others that are available but they are more expensive and lower KWH load capacity. Details below
Our Current Saver is a simple device that uses the electricity that your home appliances create. Yes I said the electricity your appliances CREATE! Your appliances have inductive motors in them that use voltage to make them work but what most of us do not know is that as they are working they also create electricity that is wasted. Why not save this wasted electricity so you can use it?
Well now you can with our Current Saver that cost only $269 which will pay for itself within the first year, what else has that quick of a return? The HHOTEK Current Saver is UL approved and is quite a simple installation that in most cases will not require an electrician to install; your typical DIYer should be able to handle this just fine.
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