Energy bills can quickly mount up if you're not careful. Fortunately, you can take control of your bill. As well as switching your energy provider, you can also pay attention to how much energy you use. The less you use, the lower your bill is going to be. It's easy to start making savings on your energy bills. Start with these quick tips to create a more energy-efficient home.
Tip #1: Replace Your Light Bulbs
LEDs are the in thing if you want to save energy with your lights. Traditional light bulbs can use up a lot of energy and be costly. LED light bulbs are more expensive to buy initially but they last longer. They also use much less energy.
Tip #2: Clean Your Refrigerator Coils
Sometimes the ways you can save energy aren't so easy to spot. When is the last time you looked behind your refrigerator? Keeping the coils clean can make a huge difference to your energy use. If they're dirty, your fridge has to work harder.
Tip #3: Keep Cool
It's always a relief to switch on the air-conditioning in the summer. But before you do, make sure you have exhausted all the other ways to keep cool. Put on lightweight clothes, have a cold drink and sit in a shady spot in your house.
Tip #4: Wrap Up Warm
The same goes for when the weather starts to get cooler. At some point, you need to turn on the heating. But don't do it at the first sign of a chill. Put on a sweater, block drafts from the room and have a cup of coffee first.
Tip #5: Switch to Energy-Saving Appliances
Appliances of all kinds can use up a lot of energy. Look for the Energy Star rating on your purchases to ensure you get the most efficient ones. You can start replacing older appliances with more efficient ones.
Tip #6: Repair or Replace Items
An underperforming appliance or heating/cooling system can use up too much energy. Decide what needs to be repaired or what would be better to replace. Replacing something can often be more cost-effective.
Tip #7: Turn It Off
Leaving things on standby is a bad idea for your energy bill. Make sure you switch things off instead. You should also turn off lights in rooms when you're not using them.
Tip #8: Be Careful with Water
When you need to heat water, it impacts your energy bill. There are several ways to be more careful. You can take shorter showers and reduce the pressure too. You could try to do less laundry as well.
Tip #9: Use Natural Light and Heat
When you get a sunny day, make the best use of the light and heat in your home. Allow it to provide you with warmth by opening up curtains or blinds. Remember to close them again when it gets colder.
Tip #10: Switch Your Supplier
Switching your energy provider could help you save on your bills. You can use our comparison tool to look at New York electricity prices and see which supplier is best for you. It's a great long-term solution to high energy costs.
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