Super Cheap Electricity Blog

One notorious energy burners are light bulbs. Unless you’re Amish, you need to turn lights on for work and family time at least once per day. However, accidentally leaving lights on or using the wrong wattage can significantly increase your energy usage, which then significantly increases your energy costs. Especially in this day and age of concerns over a recession, every little bit helps. Let’s discuss a few of these ideas. (more…)

It’s funny to think that you can save on your electric bills by actually going out and spending money. However, when considering the return on investment over a period of time, sometimes spending money now can provide higher returns in the future. Some of the ways you can accomplish this include:

Replace old appliances! If your appliance is more than 10 years old, chances are that the appliance is nearly as energy efficient as newer appliances are. Some of the worst offenders are refrigerators and washers and dryers. If purchasing a new appliance is going to be a big strain on your budget, check out the sales and clearance specials. With the economy as tight as it is, many shops are heavily discounting larger purchases in order to keep sales flowing through the stores. Keep your eyes open and check out the clearance flyers.

Change light bulbs. These new compact fluorescent bulbs are awesome! There have been numerous studies showing the ROI (return on investment) from replacing older standard light bulbs. They are pricier than the older standard bulbs, but you don’t have to replace all the bulbs at the same time. The next time you purchase light bulbs, replace just one bulb at as time and you will start to see results in your energy bill. If the bulbs are too big to fit in your socket, don’t be discouraged – look for an adapter as well.

Purchase timers. Kids are notorious for forgetting to turn off TV’s, radios, lights and more. Some adults are as well. If you sometimes forget, buy a timer. Set televisions and lights to automatically turn off at bedtime. Another option is to set the time for shortly after everyone leaves the house to go to work or school. Don’t leave any chance that electronics can stay on for any length of time when no one is using it. (more…)

“Wall Warts” are all of those external power supplies (EPS) at the end of power cords that you get with cell phone chargers, telephones, MP3 players and so on. These things are also often called Energy Vampires because they literally keep sucking power the entire time they are plugged in, albeit at a somewhat reduced rate. (more…)

Most building professionals agree that a well ventilated attic helps to save money on air conditioning. Your attic probably has a ridge vent to allow heat to escape at the top, plus soffit vents at the edge of the roof that allow outside air to enter from below. In many cases natural ventilation is adequate, but for most homes in hotter climates a powered fan is used to increase the air flow and better cool the attic area. This can even help extend the life of your roof tiles.

If you already have powered ventilation then replacing it with a solar attic fan can save you money on your electricity while continuing to cool your attic.

If you don’t have powered ventilation then it’s worth considering a solar powered unit to avoid the power costs and still benefit from the cooling effects.

Beware however that powered ventilation in an attic can, under certain conditions, depressurize your house to some extent. So it’s important to be certain that your attic space is well sealed from the house below. Either ask your builder or inspect it yourself for openings. Most openings will be around where light fixtures are mounted below, and where the interior dividing walls are. Small openings can be caulked. Larger openings should be closed off with rigid foam insulation and caulk.

Can lights are notorious for leaking air into the attic and for adding heat to your home. If the lights are IC (insulation contact) rated you can insulate around them. Best is to build a small box from rigid foam insulation and caulk allowing at least 3 inches around the fixture in every direction. But the bulb should still be replaced with a compact fluorescent to avoid excess heat build up and to save you more energy.

Electricity service is a reseller of Texas electricity and generally concerned when it comes to excess electricity usage by providing access to cheap electricity in Texas. The Texas energy company maintains a save electricity blog which provides tips and suggestions about how to save money on your electricity bill.

If you live in one of the areas that is experiencing drought conditions now, then you’re probably already taking measures to save water. But had you considered that by using less hot water you’re also saving energy and money to heat the water?

There are several ways to reduce your use of hot water and save money. (more…)

It seems that every winter the cost of electricity goes up, this is true whether you live in the northern colder areas or the southern warmer areas. No matter where you live winter electricity rates kick in and you face higher than normal electric bills. This can really put a damper on your spending money, you may even find that you do not have the money for other bills as a result.

Therefore, what you really need to be doing is saving money on your electric. You may not believe it but some simple steps, which you may not have ever thought of before, can save you literally hundreds or even thousands of dollars. We will provide you with some electricity saving tips. For instance, did you know that just by using space heaters in specific room, instead of using your central heating system, you can save more than $1,000 each year in electricity?

With that being said, here are some great electricity saving tips that could help you dramatically reduce the amount you pay each year.

Take Care Of The Bigger Problems

There is no use in worrying about the little things such as using the microwave, it is more important to put your focus on the bigger items such as electric heating, dryers, water heaters, refrigerators, and your other big ticket items. Some extremely simple steps, which really do not cost you a great deal of money to start with, can save you a great deal of money on your electric bill.

For example, by eliminating the use of your dryer and using laundry racks or clothesline, which by the way may only cost you about $20, can save you more than $100 each year in electricity. Other simple things like using fluorescent light bulbs instead of regular ones can save you as much as $90 per year. Just making sure your computer is “sleeping” while not in use can save you almost $60 per year.

Believe it or not these seemingly small acts can save you big money. For instance, if you wash your clothing in cold water you may save as much as $150 a year, if you need warm water, you can save over $70 a year. Furthermore, if it is affordable, updating your older appliances can also save you money on electricity.

Getting a newer refrigerator can save money, as well as an energy efficient stove, washer, dryer, heating element, or water heater. Save money on electric this winter and enjoy the extra money in other areas of life.

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