TIPS HOW TO LOWER YOU ELECTRICITY BILL
Often times customers ask “How long does $25 or $50 dollars last?” or “Why did I spend so much if I’m never home?” These answers are complicated to explain because every residence and every customer behaves differently. The answer is based on your particular situation. Here are some of the best ways to:
Save energy, pay less electricity and heal our planet.
Replace Light Bulbs. Replace standard incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and save 75% on lighting costs.
Unplug Electronics. Unplug electronics, battery chargers, and other equipment when not in use. Taken together, these small items can use as much power as your refrigerator.
Save Water. Installing faucet aerators and low-flow showerheads will cut water heating costs by 50% and save up to $300 per year. It will also cut water use by up to 50%. As much as 19% of California's electricity is used to pump, transport, and treat water.
Adjust Your Thermostat. Setting your air conditioner 5° higher will save up to 20% on cooling costs.
Buy Energy Efficient Appliances. Always buy ENERGY STAR-qualified appliances and equipment - they're up to 40% more efficient. Find rebates and incentives in your area using our rebate finder.
Adjust Your Water Heater. Turn your water heater down to 120° or the "Normal" setting when home, and to the lowest setting when away. Water heating accounts for about 13% of home energy costs.
Change the air conditioning and heating filter. This is a very simple task and it has many benefits, the detail is that we forget it. If we change the air filter every 3 months, we help to have better air quality inside the house, you will help your A / C and heating unit to work better, etc.
Keep Cool With Ceiling Fans. Reduce air conditioning costs by using fans, keeping windows and doors shut, and closing shades during the day. Most ceiling fans use less energy than a light bulb.
Be Smart About Lighting. Turn off unnecessary lighting and use task or desktop lamps with CFLs instead of overhead lights.
Power Down Your Computer. Enable "power management" on all computers and make sure to turn them off at night. A laptop computer uses up to 90% less energy than bigger desktop models.
Wash Clothes in Cold Water. When possible, wash clothes in cold water. About 90% of the energy used in a clothes washer goes to water heating.
Load Up Your Dishwasher. Run your dishwasher and clothes washer only when fully loaded. Fewer loads reduce energy and water use.
Maintain Your Clothes Dryer. Make sure your dryer's outside vent is clear and clean the lint filter after every load. When shopping for a new dryer look for one with a moisture sensor that automatically shuts off when clothes are dry.
Find and Seal Leaks. Sealing cracks, gaps, and leaks and adding insulation can save up to 20% on home heating and cooling costs. Test for air leaks by holding a lit incense stick next to windows, doors, electrical boxes, plumbing fixtures, electrical outlets, ceiling fixtures, attic hatches, and other locations where there is a possible air path to the inside.