- The first thing you should invest on is changing all of the incandescent bulbs you are using in your home and replace with compact fluorescent lightbulbs or CFLs instead. This change is the easiest thing you could do to save. Studies has shown that compact fluorescent lightbulb uses less energy by around 75% and its lifespan is 10 times than that of incandescent bulbs. Each lifetime of a compact fluorescent lightbulb electric company Toronto will give you savings every time. You could start by replacing five of the most used lights inside your house and the saving will add up. In order to maximize saving, purchase compact fluorescent lightbulbs that has an Energy Star sticker. Once the compact fluorescent lightbulbs are spent, it is recommended that you send them for recycling.
- The next thing you could do to save is by using smart switches instead. Thanks to technology, there are switches equipped with motion sensors or occupancy sensors. It is able to detect when someone is inside the room through sensing movements. This way it will only turn on when someone goes inside the room and turns off as soon as no one is occupying the room. For bedrooms, it is better to used manual motion sensors which needs to be turn on manually but turns off on its own. Automatic motion sensors might trigger the sensor when you move while sleeping. There are wireless switches and wired ones that need to be installed. There are also light fixtures available in the market with added motion sensor feature. You can buy them at the hardware store or order them online. It is also best to use timers for the exhaust fans inside the bathroom so it only runs a few minutes.
- Purchase appliances that carry the Energy Star label. This label only indicates that they are designed to be energy efficient. It is estimated that you could cut down the usual electrical consumption of the appliance by 30%. If you have appliances that are more than 5 years in your position, it would be better to invest in a new one and recycle the old one.
- Another thing that could help you save energy is by sending your air conditioner for servicing. It is not recommended for air conditioners to be directly hit by the sun as it consumes 10% more power. Maintenance and tuning up could help ensure that your cooling system is running efficiently. It should be done by a professional every two years.