Helpful tips for saving money on electricity
Almost 70% of electric usage comes from energy spent by items that run while not in use. (Example: Phone Chargers, TV’s, Stereo’s, Kitchen Appliances, Low Voltage Transformers, Washers and Dryers.)
Yes I know it sounds foolish, but if you think about it, most appliances can be turned off at your circuit panel to help reduce your electric costs and give your wallet a rest. All of your smaller household items can also be unplugged while not in use to help cut energy expenses. How many clocks do you really need? You can put a small piece of tape over all those clocks you don't use and keep from reseting them in the future. You can also run your pool pump motor before or after peak hours, early in the morning for a few hours or early in the evening for a few hours. Set a time window on your water heater with multiple trippers to come on early in the morning for work and/or school then turn off just before the house is empty for the day. Then also set it to come on just before dinner and turn back off when everybody is settling down for the evening. Wrap your water heater in a blanket to help it retain its heat. Upgrade your old A/C thermostat to the new digital type of thermostat with multiple settings and time sensors. It is also very important you clean your A/C coil twice a year and replace your A/C filter every month. Make sure your A/C compressor has ample air flow around it and that it is also free of debris in the fan and on the coils. Believe it or not to my experience this happens very often. Ensure that there are no vents such as dryer or exhaust fans blowing in the direction of your A/C compressor. Ensure that your dryer vent is clean and has good air flow with no lint or other flammable obstructions for fire safety and energy savings.
Re-insulate your attic with the new blown in insulation, some power companies offer rebates on installation of such materials. Even without a rebate it would cost a typical 3-Bedrooms home about $600.00 for this service and you will save on your energy bill. Replace your light bulbs with either compact fluorescent lamps or (LED) Light Emitting Diode Bulbs. Wherever you may have an incandescent light bulb, a dimmer can help reduce the amount of energy it consumes. Ensure your motors underneath of you washer, dryer, and refrigerator are clean and free of debris. Also ensure that the coil on your refrigerator is free of debris as well. All motors need to breathe and to be able to dissipate heat.
Green Box
The most economical motors to run are those that operate at 100% efficiency. Due to a few different reasons such as heat loss and voltage fluctuation, motors have what is called a power factor. It is because of this power factor that motors do not run at 100% efficiency. Every time a motor starts it will cause an inward rush of power from your utility company, without this inward rush, your lights would dim every time a motor starts. A green box is essentially a storage tank for you to use every time electrical equipment needs to power up. This extra power needed to start a motor will now be drawn from the capacitor within your green box and not through your electric meter.
By having extra wattage stored and ready for use, your motors will have a constant supply of voltage and therefore run more efficiently. Motors then run with less of a power factor, and run cheaper and cooler reducing heat gain in your home and extending the life of that motor. The green box is also a very good surge arrestor because of its capacity to store large amounts of current. My green box comes with a 90 Day Guarantee that it will save you money on your electric bill or I will refund 100% of your money that purchase only. The green box also comes with a 12 year manufacturers warranty. How can you go wrong with savings like these, call today to give it a try!
Depending on situation and home location, Green Boxes install for $550.00 to $625.00. 727-842-5723
