Ways To Save Energy and Lower Your Electric Bill

It is impossible to imagine life without electricity nowadays. But the rising price of electricity is a major concern and people are looking for ways to reduce the electric bill and minimize energy consumption.

Here are some easy ways to save energy and lower that electric bill.

Replace Light Bulbs with LEDs

Consider replacing the incandescent bulbs in your home with LEDs. LEDs are more energy efficient and cost less. LEDs don’t contain mercury so there is lesser mercury pollution. The cost of LEDs has gone down in the recent years and more and more people are switching to LED lighting to save money on the electric bill.  Investing in LED lights is definitely worth it as the costs are covered within a short period. They come in a variety of shapes and colors and are considered the best lighting option nowadays.

Go Solar

Using solar energy is the best way to reduce your electric bill. If you live in a house that gets ample sun light most of the time then you can consider installing solar panels on your roof. Installing these solar panels does cost money but it is cheaper than electricity. If you have the option for solar leasing then you can go solar without buying the system. You can estimate how much you will be saving by going solar before deciding whether to make an investment or not.

Ditch that Old Refrigerator

An old refrigerator consumes a lot of power. Purchasing a new one might be a big investment but a more energy efficient refrigerator will save you money in the long run. If you have many fridges then consider using a single one as refrigerators have huge energy consumption.

Upgrade your Appliances

Replace the appliances including air conditioners that are more than 10 to 15 yrs old as the cost to run them is very high. The new appliances in the market are more energy efficient and cost less to run. Upgrading old appliances is the best way to save big on your electricity bills. A new air conditioner with a higher energy efficiency rating will cool the house more efficiently than an old one with a lower energy efficiency rate.

Electrician Sydney is experienced in handling all kinds of electrical works and will help you in the installation of the new appliances.

Unplug Appliances when not in Use

It is not enough to turn off the electronic devices, you must also unplug them if you want to save power. In case the outlets are not reachable, you can plug devices like shaver, battery charger, etc, using a power strip. This way you can shut off electricity to all the devices with a single switch. It also helps to put your computer on standby when not in use.

Close the Curtains

During hot days, keep your home cool by closing the curtains and lowering the blinds of the windows. If the view is getting blocked then you can use window film. This is a great way to lower the heat and you will be able to enjoy the view outside. Painting the house with lighter shades also helps reflect the heat.

Replace Air Filters

It is a good thing to replace air filters in your AC systems regularly. Dirt in the filters limits airflow reducing the efficiency of the AC system. It is recommended to change the filters every month to ensure they run at peak efficiency.

For more tips on how to save money on electric bills, talk to our Emergency Electrician Sutherland.