3 Ways Every Home Can Save On Electricity

Even if the world economy wasn’t headed into a recession, saving on your energy bill should be a top priority for any homeowner. There are big things you can do to save on electricity, and there are small things you can do, as well. Installing solar panels or a wind turbine can all but eliminate your power bill, but an investment of that magnitude may be out of reach for most people. Here are just a few extremely easy things you can do around the home to significantly reduce your annual energy consumption.

It may be surprising to some, but there are still a number of homes out there that don’t have a programmable thermostat installed anywhere in the home. Most of these homes simply have an off and on setting for their heat, which can lead to an incredible amount of waste.

By installing a programmable thermostat, you can heat your home to the exact degree you want, and you can use the timer function to lower the amount of heat being used during night time. Of all of the ways you can get an instant return on your investment, installing programmable thermostats is one of the best. You’ll save on electricity immediately.

If you have lights installed outside of your home that you normally leave on to deter possible break ins, you can easily add a simple motion detector system that will keep your lights off until something trips the system. We may not think of our outdoor lighting system as being a big drain on our energy, but when you consider the fact that those lights stay on each and every night, the kilowatt usage can really add up. By simply adding an affordable motion detector system, you can reduce your power usage significantly.

One of the easiest ways we can all save on electricity is by purchasing appliances that are already energy efficient. You don’t have to be an expert on appliances, either, since the most energy-smart choices all have the Energy Star logo or the EnerGuide certification posted right on them. Best of all, these energy smart appliances are often no more expensive than any other appliance. You can save on electricity without having to change anything other than your appliances. If you can only pick one appliance to change, your washing machine is probably the one to go with.

Finally, most of us consider drapes or curtains as being a purely decorative touch in the home. The reality is that thick curtains can actually save you significant cash on your heating bill when used properly during the summer and winter months. In the winter, make sure your drapes are fully closed at night to keep the heat in and the cold out.

During the day, open your drapes to allow for the natural warming of the sun to help heat your home. You don’t have to have solar panels on your house to enjoy the benefits of solar energy. You can save on energy and enjoy a beautiful new set of drapes at the same time.

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