save electricity

Make sure youre using the appropriate CFL bulb for your light fixture they come in various sizes and types for different lighting needs.

which can get hot enough to be a fire hazard, with CFLs they use less energy and dont get as hot.

It uses less energy than an empty one. For maximum savings, consider filling your freezer with gallon containers of water.

Look for the yellow EnergyGuide label to compare features. Choose models with improved insulation and power saving switches.

Until if you plan on leaving home for a few days. And you get back. Most models will reheat the water to the set temperature in about an hour.

For your needs. While they may promise savings, tankless models are pricey to install and on demand water heaters may actually increase your electric bill.

Even when theyre turned off, home electronics in standby mode use energy to power features like clock displays.

when the batteries are fully charged or the chargers are not in use. Many chargers draw power continuously, even when the device is not plugged into the charger.

By applying reflective coating. This will help you save by decreasing the amount of heat coming into your home.

Reflective roofs not only reduce heat buildup, they also prevent the expansion and contraction that degrade roofs.