Finding Savings: Six Tricks to Saving on Your Electric Bill
Thursday, April 17, 2014, 1:00 PM | Leave Comment
Are you looking for some easy ways to save money on your electric bills this year? Fortunately, there are many great tips and tricks to save hundreds or thousands of dollars.
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Install Energy Efficient Windows
Using energy efficient windows is a great way to better regulate the temperature inside your home. When your home is naturally at a comfortable temperature, you don’t have to use the space heater or electric fireplace as much. During the summer, you will rely less on your air conditioner or fan that can be an electricity hog.
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Install a Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat allows you to keep a room cooler when nobody is using it in the winter and warmer when no one is using it in the summer. The thermostat can be programmed to increase or decrease the temperature as necessary without using more energy than necessary.
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Turn the Lights Off When Not in Use
Make sure that the lights are off when no one is in a particular room. If you forget to turn the lights off on a regular basis, you can install a sensor that will only allow the lights to be on when it senses something in the room.
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Unplug Devices When They Are Not in Use
Not watching TV? Not using your computer? This is the perfect time to unplug the device and save on electricity. Remember, your devices are using energy even when they are not in use. Therefore, you could be paying more and getting nothing for your money.
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Shop Around for a New Energy Supplier
In some states, you may be allowed to find your own energy supplier. If this is the case, you can save just by making a simple phone call. The best part is that you don’t have to change energy companies. All that changes is the company that purchases the energy that you use.
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Use Gas or Solar to Heat Your Home
Instead of using electricity to heat your home, you could use gas or solar instead. This will dramatically reduce the amount of energy need to heat your water or keep your appliances going during the day. With solar power, you may be able to sell unused energy back to the power company.
By using less electricity, you can save a lot of money each year. The best part is that these tips and tricks are easy to implement right away. All you have to do is stay vigilant and you will be shocked as to how much money that you save.
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Kara Masterson is a freelance writer from West Jordan, Utah. She graduated from the University of Utah and enjoys writing about home improvement and spending time with her dog, Max. Information credited to Freedom Electric, Electrician Oklahoma City.
