Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Home Energy Saving Tips


Saving energy doesn't always take days of planning. There are many things you can do right now to start saving energy and cutting down on costs.

Get unplugged
Make sure all plugs are pulled out. After use, inspect appliances that may still be plugged in to outlets. Check TV sets, heaters, mobile phone chargers, A/C units and other appliances that need to be unplugged when not in use.


Power Down Computers and Monitors
Turn off your computer and monitor when they are not being used. Contrary to popular beliefs, turning them on and off will not cause damage. If you are away from your computer at different intervals, make sure you have set the power save options.

Turn the lights off

In addition to unplugging idle appliances, make sure you’re using light bulbs economically. Tell everyone in your house to make a habit of turning the lights off when they leave a room empty.
Use compact fluorescent lighting
Use compact fluorescent bulbs to light your home. Not only do these bulbs use less energy, but they last longer than traditional bulbs.

Start the energy auditing
Energy auditing covers a wider ground when it comes to energy conservation: it determines leaks and the condition of ventilation inside the house; conducts tests from determining mildew and moisture, the performance of installed A/C units, water breaks, to the faulty structures of a house that causes ventilation problems.

Install spray foam insulation
Considered as one of the most effective ways to save on energy bills, spray foam insulation is a non-toxic moisture and temperature controlling treatment. Its seamless feature helps prevent moisture, dust, pollutants, and other harmful bacteria from penetrating the structure. It can be applied to an existing roof eliminating costly tear-off and reducing land fill disposals.

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