How To: Lower Your Electric Bill

Installing a ceiling fan can help keep your home cool while saving on your electric bill

As the temperature in Houston continues to reach over 100 degrees, so do our electric bills! Many Houstonians end up tripling their electric bill costs due to the rising heat, but one thing is for certain, you can’t go without the AC!

So, here are 4 helpful tips to help cut costs that will make a difference in the long run!

1. Opt in for LED lightbulbs

Light emitting diodes (LEDs) use far less energy than incandescent bulbs and run much cooler. Though LED lights cost more at first purchase, the long-term savings are worth it, and they last much longer than most other lighting.

2. Use Smart Power Strips

Traditional power strips let many devices share one outlet, but devices that stay plugged in keep using energy. Smart power strips can sense when a device is in standby mode and cut its power, which saves energy (source: energy.gov).

3. Install ceiling fans

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4. Unplug devices

Another way to save on energy this Summer is to simply unplug your devices. When chargers, TVs, lamps, and curling irons are left plugged in, they draw a small amount of “phantom power” that will eventually add up over time. Be sure to unplug these appliances when not in use!

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