Does it seem like you do everything possible to lower your electric bill, but you still see no measurable difference in your bill? A potential reason might be that some of your appliances and/or main components may be the biggest energy culprits in your home. For instance, the heating and cooling systems can consume roughly 47% of the energy used in your home.
Another culprit is anything that is plugged in and ready to use instantly. Televisions, home printers, gaming consoles, coffee makers, lamps, and so on are all good examples. Think about your smart devices and anything that has a digital clock that can consume energy in your home. Even a sleeping computer or laptop can be sucking up energy all day and night, causing your bill to increase.
The easiest way to save energy is simply to unplug them when they are not in use. Don’t want the hassle of unplugging and plugging back in? Consider attaching multiple plugs to a power strip and activating the entire room at once. Unplug coffee makers, phone chargers, fans, and lights in rooms that aren’t used every day.
You might want to gradually purchase energy-efficient appliances, replace current light bulbs with LED-certified light bulbs, clean or replace all HVAC filters on a monthly basis. Another suggestion is to hire a pro to do an energy audit.
Shannon Lindstrom is a Green Designated Realtor through the National Association of Realtors. The GREEN Designation is a certification that shows the Realtors have knowledge and competency in green building materials, net-zero living, and similar eco-conscious property renovations.
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Shannon Lindstrom, Realtor®, AHWD, CRS, GREEN, MRP, VCA
7373 Kirkwood Ct. No., Ste. 300
Maple Grove, MN 55369
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