9 Clever Ways to Save On Your Energy Bill

It’s that time of the month again. As you slowly read your energy bill, your raise your brow higher and higher in bewilderment. Does your provider think that you run a nuclear reactor?

Well, at Star Domestic Cleaners we know that there are probably a few reasons for these big numbers and today, we’re going to help you find them.

Here are 9 ways in which you can lower your energy costs without breaking the bank.

Switch to Energy-efficient Light Bulbs

Lightbulbs drain more energy than we may realise.

And going full LED will only cost you about £1.71 per year compared to that of using the good old 60 watt bulbs. Another benefit of these energy-efficient bulbs is that they last longer, too – from 1,000 up to 10,000 hours, depending on the model you’ve chosen.

So, the sooner you make the switch, the better. Wondering how to save electricity at home even further? Good, because we have lots of tips left to share.

Have a Second Fridge? Get Rid of it ASAP

When thinking of how to save on your energy bill, always consider if you’re constantly using everything you have or, in this case, don’t use it at all. If you happen to own a second fridge that you keep running in your basement just in case your local store does a sale, you will end up spending more money on energy bills than you would save on groceries.

This goes double if you’re using older models, which tend to be quite power-hungry. If you want to save some money – give your second fridge to a friend or send it for recycling. And here’s another tip that you can use for your remaining fridge and freezer – always keep them full!

This will lighten the workload of your appliances and make them expend much less energy.

Think Your Air Vents Are Wide Open? Think Again

How often do you check the air vents in your home? Exactly. The problem is that we’ll usually assume all vents are open and we’ll leave it at that.

However, the harsh reality is that a couple or nearly all of them may be closed, which will force your air conditioner to work twice as hard to cool or heat up your place.

The result is – you’ve guessed it – a beefier electricity bill. The professional cleaners in London advise to do yourself a favour, and make sure to check and clean your vents at least once every few months.

Give Your Clothes & Dishes the Cold Treatment

Turns out, it takes immense amounts of energy to heat up the water in the wash drum. In fact, this action alone can waste almost 90% of the total energy that your appliance uses every single time you power it on.

So, what’s the solution, then? It’s quite simple, really – you can save a small fortune by simply washing your clothes at around 30-40 °C. Nothing more, nothing less.

The same goes for dishwashers. Just lower down the temperature, place the dishes inside as efficiently as humanly possible, and you’re all set. You can also disable the heated dry function to prevent your machine from drying off your dishes by expending even more energy.

If you want to take things one step further, stop pre-rinsing your dishes in hot water and just lightly scrub them before placing them in your dishwasher.

Alright, let’s take a look at our next tip.

That Thermostat You Have? Turn it Down a Notch

This should come as no surprise. The more you turn up the heat, the more you’ll end up paying in the end. However, you can save around £60 per year by just lowering your thermostat down by 1°C. Not bad for something that requires virtually no effort on your part, right?

Keeping the temperatures low for longer periods of time is also more efficient than constantly turning your heater on and off.

Make sure to play around with your timer settings until you’re able to hit that “sweet spot” where you’re feeling comfy and saving money at the same time.

Learn How to Optimally use Your Cooker Rings

We bet you never thought about this one before, but using your cooker properly is one of the best ways to save some precious energy.

For instance, if you need to use a small pan, place it on the small ring to make the most of your appliance. And, if you’re cooking a meal for 10 people, then make sure to place it on the biggest ring you can find.

Yep, it’s that simple.

Get Free (Yes, FREE) Cavity Wall Insulation!

Good news – the UK government has been offering full and partial grants to anyone who has cavity walls in their home.

If you are one such person, you can take advantage of free insulation that can potentially reduce your total electricity bill by 15%, translating to about £100 every year.

How to Reduce your Electricity Bill? Buy Energy-efficient Products!

If the replacement of your washing machine or any other appliance is long overdue, consider swapping it for a more energy-friendly model.

This change can have a significant impact in your kitchen, leading up to £240 worth of yearly savings should you decide to replace all older kitchen appliances with their smarter and much more optimised modern counterparts.

Make the Most of Your Electronics

Simply buying efficient appliances or electronics is not enough to open up a savings account. You also need to know how to make the most of them at any given time. For example, desktop computers tend to drain lots of power even when they enter standby mode, so it’s always best to power them off completely when you’re done using them.

The same goes for TV sets, video game systems (Xbox One, PS4, etc.), and even phone and tablet chargers which can drain power even if they aren’t really charging anything.

All in all, by making smart use of your appliances and insulating your home, you’ll be sure to see a significant return on investment once the next electricity bill arrives in your mailbox.

Contact us for professional help.