Many homeowners are seeking ways to lower energy bills due to the recent increase in power rates. There are some adjustments you can make, like shutting off lights in free rooms, however, there are a lot of smaller tips you can do to reduce your energy usage.
3 Simple Ways for Lower Energy Bills
Want to save money? Here are some tips for making energy efficiency focused home improvements that will lower your energy bills now and in the future.
Reducing the Temperature and Optimizing Heating Efficiency
About 50–60% of all energy expenses in a home are due to heating, making it one of the major energy consumers. A lot of people waste energy by leaving the heater on in empty rooms. You wouldn’t, however, keep the lights or taps running when not in use. You can tailor and customize heating to your needs with smart heating controls. A multi-zone smart heating system can reduce heating costs by nearly 30% by heating each room independently. Smart thermostats automatically halt heating when windows are open, and the newest models learn your habits to optimize energy efficiency without compromising comfort.
Replacing Energy-Vampire Devices
Sometimes, we use electrical gadgets in such a way that we plug them into the socket even when they are not in use, without knowing that they continue to draw power even in standby mode. These ‘vampire’ devices- gaming consoles, televisions, smart speakers- comprise 23% of a household’s electricity usage. Switching them off can be cheaper. Smart plugs help in this by enabling you to control the appliances through an application installed on the smartphone. You can change them to on or off without reaching them manually. In this way, you will be able to lower your energy bills and save.
Home Energy Management Systems
With electric vehicle (EV) sales up 35% in 2023, more people are installing home EV chargers. These chargers are significant electrical loads, increasing energy bills. A Home Energy Management System (HEMS) can move the electricity demand to periods when the price is cheaper. It is particularly helpful for homes with solar energy as it controls excess energy production expensively. Surplus energy can be used to charge an EV battery in the home or utilized during a power blackout. Excess power on the other hand can be fed back into the grid at a premium or in exchange for credit terms. Smart energy apps as well as HEMS can shave 7pc off energy use and improve efficiency and protection with a touch of a button.
Follow these tips and you will experience lower energy bills and savings.
