Different Techniques to Lower the Electricity Bill in Winters
Different Techniques to Lower the Electricity Bill in Winters
We sense a difference in the seasons. It creeps on us as the leaves change colour and we consider that extra layer as we prepare our day's action. In October, a sudden cold snap in Islamabad and before we know it, we might be halfway through the winter before we consider our increased energy usage. Many people would have experienced anxiety when the next power bill comes at the end of the month, when we remember our unexpected and furious desire to stay warm.
Here are Different energy-saving strategies in Pakistan to reduce the bill this season.
Switch down the thermostat: this is the simplest intervention you can make to lower your gas bill in the winter and one of the most successful. According to the Department of Energy, if you drop the thermostat by 7 to 10 degrees for 8 hours a day, you can drop your fuel bill by as much as 10%..
Another energy hog: the water pump. EnergyStar reports that a reduction in temperature from 140 degrees to 120 degrees could save you more than $100 a year in energy costs.
Replace your older light fittings with energy-efficient bulbs when desired. As the days get shorter in the middle of the year, we use lights and lamps for longer periods of the day. If you turn to energy friendly long life lamps, this extra light won't damage your hip pocket as much. Encourage family members to turn off the lights before they depart for the day, even though the dark light is waiting for them outside, and the long-run pocket strings will benefit.
Don't heat up the entire place. It is common for doors and hallways to be opened in colder months, yet to make an attempt to keep the places closed that are used less often. Choose to spend time in family environments where you can keep your family warm.
Test the insulation. Most new homes in Islamabad are insulated to prevent heat from leakage during cooler months, but older homes may be congested and less insulated. There will be a temptation in these homes to switch the heat up high and eliminate the wind, but saves would be achieved if the insulation is modified and the nooks and crannies are best blocked from the draughty night air.
Finally, note to keep the heating equipment in decent working condition. If the heater is running inefficiently or overwhelmed, it will add kilowatts at a rapid pace. Speak to your electrical energy saving consultant near you about how to reduce your power bill and get the advice you need to appreciate this cooler time of year.