How To Save Money On Your Electric Bill

Most everyone can use some extra money in their budget. One way to do this is to cut some expenses. According to energy.gov, the average American family spends over $2,000 a year in electricity. So, any savings on your electric bill is good for your budget!

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• Install a programmable thermostat. Most are DIY installations.
• Lower the thermostat on your hot water heater. Here’s an article on how to do this.
• Install a hot water heater blanket. This can save 7%-16% annually in water heating costs.
• Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes.
• Air-dry dishes and clothes whenever possible.
• Plug TV’s and other electronics into a surge protector and turn it off when not being used.
• Keep your appliances and heat and air unit well maintained. Have your heat and air system checked by a professional at least once a year.
• Change your heat and air filters on the recommended schedule.
• Check for air leaks around your walls, ceilings, windows, doors, light and plumbing fixtures, switches, and electrical outlets.
• If you have a fireplace, be sure the damper is closed when not in season.
• Drop your thermostat as much as you can in winter and keep it higher in the summer. This is something I personally struggle with. I like our house to be cool, so we try to save in other areas.
• In the summer, keep window coverings closed to keep the heat out.
• If you need to replace appliances or heat and air units, purchase energy-efficient models.

   

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• Switch light bulbs to energy-efficient ones. According to energy.gov replacing 15 inefficient incandescent bulbs in your home with energy-saving bulbs could save you about $50 per year.
• Turn off lights when not in a room.  Mom told you to do this!
• Install light dimmer switches.
• In the kitchen, match the size of your pan to the heating element.
• Use your microwave or Instant Pot (pressure cooker) whenever you can to avoid using your oven.
• Use the coldest reasonable water for your laundry.
• Also for laundry, dry right-sized amounts.  Overloading or very small loads take longer to dry.
• Wool or rubber dryer balls will eliminate static and also help separate clothes, making them dry faster.
• Clean your dryer lint screen after every load.
• If you are building a new home, consider alternate power such as wind and solar.
• If you have a ceiling fan or can install one, a ceiling fan can make a room cooler using 10% or less electricity than the air system.
• Use your car’s USB outlet to charge your phone and tablet as you are driving.

I hope these electricity savings tips will be useful to you, Janet

If you are unsure how to create and stick to a budget, check my post here.

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