Cut the power bills, not the comfort
Fuel prices have gone through the roof, and higher electricity rates are just around the corner.
Once again, many households find themselves scrambling for ways to scrimp and save on utilities while going about their daily routines. One practical solution that comes to mind is switching to more economical energy-saving options at home.
Here are some energy-efficient appliances and fixtures that can hopefully help ease your power bills.
LED lights
Probably the first simple step to having an energy efficient home is making the switch to LED lights. These consume at least 75 percent less energy than incandescent bulbs. LED lights also have a longer lifespan, which means you don’t need to keep spending on light bulbs several times a year.
Induction cooktops and cookers
Induction cooktops do not require gas, so that’s already one less expense in your household budget.
While they use electricity like electric stoves, induction cooktops have a quick-heating feature so the latter uses less power. Many are equipped with smart safety features such as automatic shut off, residual heat indicators, individual timers, and overflow protection.
Induction cookers also cook faster and offer precise temperature and time control. They are likewise safe from gas leaks.
Microwave ovens
Microwave ovens are another energy efficient choice. They cook and reheat food quickly while using up to 30 percent less energy than conventional ovens.
Inverter aircon and electric fans
The hot, dry season is here, which means oven-like temperatures all day long. While going about the day without a cooling system is unthinkable in the sweltering heat, we also dread higher monthly electric bills.
Consider making the switch to inverter airconditioners and inverter electric fans to significantly cut cooling costs.
Inverter airconditioners save between 26 and 61 percent in energy compared with conventional units. Meanwhile, if the average electric fan uses about 30 to 100 watts, inverter models use much less—between 25 and 40 watts.
One-stop shop
Many retailers are already offering products that promise to cut our energy use and bills.
One is Wilcon Depot, popular for being a one-stop destination for home building and improvement needs. It offers a variety of products for a more energy efficient home—various cooling options from Kaze, extensive selection of LED lighting solutions by Alphalux, and high quality kitchen appliances from Hamden.
Wilcon Depot has even made shopping for energy saving home essentials easier. Simply look for the “Sustainable Choice” tag on its products. These items are guaranteed to be energy efficient, eco-friendly, sustainable, and safe for consumers.
