Homeowner are always looking for ideas and ways to keep
their energy bills minimum. If you are a future homeowner or thinking building
your dream home there are things you might consider that can lower your bills
and save money.
1. Lower the
temperature of your water tank
The Energy Department indicates that for every 10 degree you
reduce your water heater temperature you definitely save up to 3 to 5 percent
on your monthly bills. They recommend
that you keep the temperature to 120 degree.
2. Reduce shower time
Everybody in your household can easily follow this simple
tip. Reducing the shower time can really saves you a lot, not just from your water bills but mostly your
electric bills. Most of us also enjoy having a warm and relaxing bath
every day after a very hectic schedule.
You can bring your energy bills down by reducing your bath time. Instead of doing it daily, maybe you just
want to try every other day or maybe once a week.
East TN builder
recommend to switch to a tankless water heater instead of a conventional water system.
3. Use your dishwasher effectively
Scraping left over
from your plates before loading it, will help your dishwater run effectively and
efficiently. Only runs it when full and
make you sure you check the different settings on your machine .
4. Heat traps for
water tank
Another inexpensive way
that can help you save especially during conl or winter season is by installing
heat traps for your water heater. TN Construction company indicates that these heat traps are valves that prevents your heated water
from flowing out of your tank.
5. consider energy efficient appliances
Any Custom home builders will highly recommend installing an energy efficient
appliances. A stove or refrigerator with
a energy star logo indicates that it has high energy efficiency and can really
save you a lot by reducing your electric use.
A water fixtures with WaterSense logo can help you lower your water
bills and your energy consumption.
If you are thinking remodeling your home or planning to
build your dream home and need some assistance. Elick Combs and his staffs
at Big City Remodeling are very glad
to provide their experience and knowledge to make your dream home into reality.
Check their website at www.bigcityremodeling.com or call their office at
(865)216-0223.
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