Experts recommend reducing energy consumption by adjusting thermostats and putting the electronics on the power supply calculations in autumn.
Columbus, Ohio – If autumn officially approaches here and cooler weather, people will soon see changes in their energy bills when heating systems get going.
While heating and cooling systems are generally known as the largest energy consumers in residences, several other factors can tacitly inflate the supply calculations without homeowners and tenants notice this.
“The more you can reduce the energy consumption in your unit, the better you will have from the efficiency and costs,” said Kit Hagen, Senior Vice President for growth and business development in nationwide energy partners.
Hagen said that even a few degrees adjustments to thermostats can make a big difference in energy costs. It can also be incredibly effective to find paths to use less hot water.
“If you wash from hand shells compared to your dishwasher, which can also promote a considerable amount of costs. Over $ 40 to $ 50 per month in additional costs,” said Hagen.
The electronics presents another often overlooked cost driver. TV devices and gaming consoles may use electricity, even if they are switched off.
“The best thing you can do is either to switch off or move out completely. For example, you can save a game system from the connector around 50 US dollars a year,” said Hagen.
However, the lighting cannot consume as much energy as many people accept. According to the US -ENGIEFIENAGEDAURGEN, the electricity consumption for lighting only makes up about 6% of the power consumption in houses.
“It is a place to save energy, and LED light bulbs are a good solution for this, but the amount of electricity used for the lighting in your apartment fades the amount of electricity for the heating and cooling system and the water heating system,” said Hagen.
Hagen suggests that those who draw in apartments or other apartment buildings take into account where the device is in a building that can affect energy costs. He recommends checking whether you can receive a report before moving in to reduce the average costs for a specific unit.