There are many great reasons to want to decrease your electricity usage. Aside from the fact that it is great for the environment, it can also decrease how much you spend on your utilities. Whatever your driving reason, there is a lot of information and even myths online about what will and won’t decrease power consumption.
Radiators or Electric Heaters?
Electric heaters are relatively inefficient compared to a radiator. Gas heating systems are the most effective way to heat a home or office while consuming the least amount of energy. You can boost efficiency by switching to natural gas and by getting a programmable thermostat that improves how and when heat is distributed.
If My Laptop Is in Sleep Mode Is It Still Using Electricity?
There are many devices like gaming consoles, laptops, computers, and phones that have a sleep mode when they are not in-use. Although sleep mode does decrease energy used it does not decrease it to zero for most pieces of technology. To decrease energy usage you should turn the device fully off or use a power strip that can be turned off when devices are not in use or charging.
Heating & Cooling
60% of the average utility bill is spent on temperature control. For that reason, there are plenty of places to optimize. Decrease potential air leaks in your home’s siding, doorways, and windows can help decrease utility spend. Energy audits can also help determine where you are using the most power in your home and help you decrease your utility costs.
Should I Get Solar Panels?
There are many great calculators online that can help you determine if solar power would save you money. Solar is a steep investment with a lot of upfront costs. Over time it can become profitable.
Learn More from Cardoso Electrical Services
If you have more green energy questions please send them to our staff at Cardoso Electrical, we would be happy to help you with an inspection as well as service upgrades.