Our electric bills can skyrocket during the extreme temperatures of the year. Summer and winter have been known to inflate electric bills, as the HVAC unit is working overtime to ensure a balanced temperature is maintained in the home. Unfortunately, having to pay outrageous electric bills on top of other bills is less than ideal. It’s recorded that the average home in the United States alone uses around 11,000 kWh of electricity every year, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This excessive usage is also indicated by a lot of the electronics we use regularly. Fortunately, here are three tips that can help any homeowner reduce the amount of electricity that they use in their home.
Shut Off Your Computer at Night
Most people these days have a computer that they use for work, school, or recreation. Unfortunately, computers use an incredible amount of energy even when idling. Some computers can even suck up more electricity than others, depending on the power components they use. In order to prevent the overuse of electricity, make sure to turn off your computer at night or put it into sleep mode. This will keep it from unnecessarily using energy overnight whenever the computer isn’t even in use.
Avoid Vampire Power
Have you ever heard of vampire power before? Unfortunately, many people are unaware that some of the unplugged electronics that they aren’t using are slowly using electricity over the course of the day. This, combined with other electronics in your home that you are not actively using, can sap energy without us even realizing it. Consider unplugging devices that never get used in order to prevent unnecessary electricity usage.
Work With a Local Home Electrician
No one understands efficient electricity usage better than a local home electrician. These professionals provide services that ensure the electric components in your home are working effectively and use less energy. A residential electrician can also ensure that there is safe wiring to prevent your electric bill from skyrocketing and to prevent hazards such as fires from happening.
If you are looking to use less electricity, turn to the professionals at Reyco Electrical Services. We have been providing electrical services in our area for years and are ready to help you. Contact our local home electrician to inspect your home, help reduce electricity usage, and save you money!
