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How to Reduce Electricity Bills

The Maids • May 30, 2014

Over the past decade or so, electricity use and cost has risen as many people have more appliances, computers, and many other gadgets. This has by far overstretched the income of many households. Below are simple adjustments and tricks you can make to drive down your electricity costs.

Switch off electricity when not using appliances

It is unfortunate how many households keep their appliances plugged in even when they are not using them. In order to reduce your electricity expenses, it is advisable to turn off devices when not in use or unplug them. On the same note, you can use automatic plugs and timers to turn off the appliances when not needed.It is also worth noting that there are a myriad of appliances like the computers and stereo systems that consume electricity even when they are not in use. Thus, unplugging these devices from the sockets would serve a great deal in reducing the electricity costs.

Ditch your old appliances

It is high time you ditch your old appliances if they are not Energy Star appliances. Most old appliances are huge energy hogs, driving up the cost of your electric bill. Changing over to Energy Star appliances can significantly reduce your electricity consumption annually.

Cut down your air conditioning and heating needs

Air conditioning and heating have become major electricity hogs in most households. We tend to turn the A/C down in the summer and the heat up in the winter, causing electric bills to rise. By installing programmable thermostats you can set temperatures to be more conservative while you are away at work and more to your liking when you are home.

The above tips can help you reduce your electricity bills. And while you are finding ways to lower your electric bill, The Maids of Rhode Island, in Coventry, can assist you with all of your housekeeping needs.

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