Do you feel like you’re spending more money on utilities?
Social distancing and quarantining at home throughout spring and early summer may mean higher electricity needs and cooling demands.
According to research reported in Renewable Energy World, energy bills showed an increase of roughly 20 percent in the month of March 2020 as opposed to March 2019, the first month of quarantine for many areas across the United States. Considering these numbers are from a time when weather is more temperate nationwide, it’s safe to assume hotter months will accelerate home energy use.
Heat waves also can make it difficult to stay comfortable at home. You can help lower these expenses by adopting a few simple lifestyle changes and switching to energy-efficient products. Remember, saving energy at home is a win-win - not only does it mean less money spent each month on power bills, but also shrinking your energy footprint, as well as decreasing environmental impact.
Step 3: Block natural heat sources
Radiant heat from the sun outside can come through windows and heat up your home quickly, making air conditioning units run harder and longer to maintain a comfortable environment. The Home Decorators Collection Blackout Cordless Cellular Shades energyefficient fabric insulates and shields a room from the outside heat, helping to lower energy bills while providing room darkening and privacy capabilities
Step 4: Use fans strategically
The breeze from a ceiling fan or a portable fan helps you feel cooler, so use them as you move from room to room, particularly when sleeping at night. Additionally, ventilation fans play an important role in regulating temperatures as well as eliminating mold and mildew.