Energy bill tend to go up the most during the holidays. This is because, almost every family is most likely to light up their home with spectacular Christmas lights and decorations.
Energy bill at Christmas time is certainly a lot higher compared to regular days and since this is largely due to decorating, it doesn't mean that you have to give up those beautiful embellishments which make the holiday feel more festive just to reduce your bill.
Impress Santa this year with your stunning home that's decorated with energy conservation in mind. Below is a collection of energy-saving tips that has been put together to help keep your electric bill low this holiday season.
LED Christmas lights are better
You don't have to give up your awesome Christmas light display. Simply switch to LED lights because according to Energy Saving Trust, they are brighter and use 90% less electricity compared to incandescent Christmas lights.
Limit the use of lights
Most people get their holiday spirit up when they see their homes light up all day and night. But it's just a waste to have it on during the day so turn them off before you go to bed. If it's inconvenient for you, use a timer to switch them off at night. There's a timing system that will automatically switch them on or off at scheduled times.
In the same way, if you are going out, never leave the decorations and lights on. You're not around so you will not get to appreciate their beauty so why leave them on? Besides that's dangerous as well since it can cause fire.
Also, turn off light fixtures when the Christmas tree is lit, the light it gives is enough to illuminate the room.
Opt for non-electric holiday decorations
There are lots of options to choose from when it comes to decorating for the season. Rather than lights, try getting creative with glistening ornaments, wreaths, garlands and tinsels. Try candles too; they are nice substitute for lighting up the home without the use of electricity.
Solar is best!
Want to decorate the house's facade and garden? No problem, you can do that while not raising your bill. It is possible to light up even the whole house without electricity by going solar. Invest in a good set of solar-powered lights and use them every Christmas time.
Energy bill is always part of our lives and when its the holidays they tend to be higher. But the good thing is that, there are many ways to effectively use less energy to reduce the bill. Save by simply following the suggestions above. For more ideas, the Consumer Energy Center offers more conservation tips.
