If your energy bills are mounting up or if you simply want to do your bit for the planet and do less, there are a number of things that you can do in and around your home so that you use less energy. Some of the best ways of doing this are listed below for you to read, digest, and implement.
Keep The Temperature Low
You should aim to have your thermostat set at a temperature of around 17 degrees celsius, which may be slightly cooler than what you would usually set it at. Using a smart thermostat can make finding the perfect temperature for your home that much easier and can even be operated from your mobile home. If you do find yourself to be a little chilly at this temperature, you should resist the want to turn the dial-up and instead put on an extra layer of clothing.
Use Solar Power
Pretty much most electronic devices nowadays come in a solar-powered form and so you should aim to use these around your house where you can instead of the battery or mains powered alternatives. Not having to repeatedly buy replacement batteries will also be kinder on your wallet, as well as doing your bit for the planet.
Turn Lights Off
A good habit to get into is that of switching the lights off whenever you leave a room, even if you are planning on going back into it soon, you should always turn the lights off. This will help to really take a good amount of cost out of your monthly electricity bill.
Install Double Glazing
Having doors and windows that are double glazed installed in your home is a great way of reducing the cost of heating your home up. Because they are effective at keeping heat trapped in and stopping it from escaping, it means that you can get away with heating your home for a much shorter period of time. This helps to really reduce your carbon footprint.
Use Less Water
When it comes to minimizing your consumption of water, taking shorter showers is an easy way of doing this. Similarly, you should use only what is required for cooking purposes and turn off a running tap when it is not in use – even switching it off for a couple of seconds can make a difference.
Other things that you can do around your home in order to use less energy include doing the washing at a lower temperature, using a smart meter, cooking your food with the lid on the pan, using smart-enabled automated devices, and using LED light bulbs.
Final Words
Following the above guidance is particularly useful for those homeowners that have an energy meter installed within their property as it will stop you from using as much and minimize the risk of having to get emergency energy. Visit Utility Bidder to see what to do if you ever find yourself in a situation where you need to use emergency electricity.
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