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Motion sensors are the perfect solution for left on lights. They turn off automatically so you don t waste electricity.Motion sensors occupancy sensors automatically turn lights on and off so you only get and pay for! light when you need it. Using motion sensors can save you 100 per year. Some motion sensors need to be manually turned on but turn off automatically. Theyre great for bedrooms because they wont turn on when you move in your sleep.

Keep your dryer safe and efficient by cleaning lint out of the ductwork once a year.A clogged lint screen or dryer duct drastically reduces the efficiency of your dryer, whether its gas or electric. Clean the lint screen after each load and clean the exhaust duct once a year. The cleaner shown here has an auger brush that attaches to a drill to clean out the ducts. Its available at home centers.

A timer turns on the water heater only when you need it, so you dont waste electricity heating and reheating water that sits in the tank.If you only use an electric water heater at certain times of the day, youre wasting electricity keeping the water hot 24/7. To solve that problem, install an electronic timer switch Photo 1; sold at home centers . Timers are available for 120 and 240 volt heaters. They can be programmed for daily or weekly schedules so you only heat the water when you need it.