Random Ways to Save Around Your Home
Turn the water off while brushing your teeth. This is one of those that you probably never thought of before, but are guilty of. You could definitely save 1 gallon or more of usage per day if you follow this tip
Run your dishwasher at night. A lot of areas have higher water and energy rates at peak times, so take advantage of lower rates at night if your dishwasher is equipped with a time delay function. I would recommend setting the delay to come on between 12am-3am…but I would check with your local providers first to see when the lower rates kick in.
Instead of the dryer use a clothes line. The dryer is one of the biggest energy users you have in your home, so it’s nice on your wallet to give it a break now and then. As long as the weather is co-operating, I would reccomend this approach from April to October for big energy savings.
Lower your thermostat by one degree. Studies have shown that by lowering your thermostat one single degree could save you 25% on your heating bill. This will take some getting used to in the winter months, but after a few days (and maybe another layer of clothing!) you’ll get used to it and reap the rewards.
