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Electricity bills are moving upwards and it’s highly likely that this trend will continue for the foreseeable future. The problem is that electricity is generally seen as an essential part of life. However, the cost of living continues to rise and the economy remains uncertain. The best approach for many people is to look at reducing their costs. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to reduce your electricity bill.
Get Your Electrics Inspected
You may never have heard of it before but it is possible for electricity to leak out of your home! Badly wired appliances, dodgy wiring, and other issues can cause electricity in your circuits to head straight to the ground, via the Earth connection. This effectively uses your electricity for nothing.
An annual inspection from a level 2 electrician will ensure all your appliances are working correctly and you’re not suffering from leakage. In addition, if they discover any issues they’ll be able to advise regarding the best way to resolve the issue and save yourself money in the process.
Turn Off
If you’re not using it, turn it off. This goes for lights in rooms that aren’t being used. But, it also applies to things plugged in, like televisions and mobile phone chargers. Leaving them plugged in increases the risk of a fire. It also uses a small amount of electrical current, which can build up to a significant amount throughout the year.
A home solar energy system found on the Dcbel website could also help you save on your electricity bill. As a result, you will live a life without compromise, even in the event of an outage.
Reduce Your Shower Length
If you reduce the length of your shower by even one minute you’ll be lowering the amount of water consumed. In most houses that water is heated in a tank by electricity. Saving one minute of water can turn into a significantly electrical saving over the course of a year.
Use natural Light
Before you switch on the light, consider what task you’re doing and whether it’s possible to use natural light or a smaller task light to help you complete the job at hand. It may not always be possible, but when it is you’ll be saving more electricity.
Cover Your Windows
If you’re using air conditioning to keep your house cool then cover your windows to keep the cool air inside and prevent the sunshine from getting in. This will make your air conditioner more efficient and use less electricity to get the right temperature.
It also helps you to keep the room warm in the winter which can reduce your electricity bill further.
Cut Your Washing
If you have the funds you can replace older appliances with newer, more energy-efficient ones. They use less electricity and water to do the same job. If this isn’t an option simply consider washing less often, making sure you have a full load before you turn the machine on. Again, it’s a small but significant saving.
Consider Using The Microwave More
Something that takes an hour to cook in the oven will take approximately fifteen minutes in the microwave! Wherever possible use the microwave instead of the oven.
Finally, be mindful of your electricity use. Every house is different. But, if you think about what electricity you’re using you’ll find there are more ways to reduce consumption and save yourself money.
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