We can all agree that saving a little cash is always a good thing, no matter where it’s coming from! Whether you spend your free time clipping coupons or settle for the generic brand to save the extra fifty cents, it’s nice to know you haven’t spent as much as you could have. Want to know a few other ways you can accomplish this around the house? Check out our list of easy energy hacks and keep the savings coming!
Pull it out
One of the best ways to save on your electric bill is by making sure your appliances are running as efficiently as possible. Household appliances play a huge role in energy usage; believe it or not, pulling your refrigerator forward even an inch can reduce its energy consumption by up to 40%!
Fans for the win
Ceiling fans can work together with cooling units and on average can make the temperature of a room feel seven degrees cooler! Just make sure you turn them off when you leave.
Plant trees and shrubbery
Tall trees can provide shade to help maintain an insulated home, reducing utility costs. In addition, shrubbery that is planted near the foundation of a home can provide insulation that helps keep heat out.
Cross-ventilate
Create a refreshing cross breeze in your home by opening windows across the room, or even across the house.
Tint your windows
Residential window tinting has been shown to reduce utility bills by 30% and help you consume less energy. Solar Solutions of Vero Beach is ready to help you reduce your energy costs! Check us out to see what other services we provide! We serve Palm Bay, Sebastian, Port St. Lucie and beyond.
Wash, fluff, and fold smartly
When doing laundry use cold or warm water instead of hot water, and always try to do full loads. If possible, hang your clothes to dry. Along with saving water, you’ll reduce your chore time!
When in doubt, use the dishwasher
As long as you’re running full loads, using a dishwasher is more energy-efficient than washing by hand. Now that’s a tip that everyone will like!
Unplug it
75% of electricity can be used to power household electronics, even while they are turned off. When not in use, pull those plugs out of the wall, or purchase a smart power strip which powers down automatically when items plugged in are in standby mode.