tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post5592871587522340796..comments2024-03-28T13:35:48.863-04:00Comments on Fake-It Frugal: 10 Ways to Save On ElectricityHeather Beahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05854964536231001049noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-79262860094994258112022-04-24T01:05:03.748-04:002022-04-24T01:05:03.748-04:00Great info thanks. We also offer some brooklyn el...Great info thanks. We also offer some <a href="https://electriciansnyc.net/" rel="nofollow">brooklyn electrician service</a>Asset Electrichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03243595142374822496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-51435735904442659872020-06-07T10:53:51.055-04:002020-06-07T10:53:51.055-04:00Nice and informative blog share.
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Utility...Nice and informative blog share.<br />Thank you<br /><a href="https://www.utilityhive.com/" rel="nofollow">Utilityhive</a>jannatul fardoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11542776625826063927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-61296468215043122402018-06-01T03:31:53.489-04:002018-06-01T03:31:53.489-04:00Thanks for the post. Air condition is very importa...Thanks for the post. Air condition is very important but it consumes lot of electricity. The tips which you have given looks good and I will definitely try it out to <a href="http://questionsignal.com/qa/do-i-need-to-run-air-conditioning-all-year-round/" title="save electricity" rel="nofollow">save electricity</a>.Abhinav Shanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03650351754623201548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-53182549010583128362017-02-09T03:19:57.407-05:002017-02-09T03:19:57.407-05:00I'm not sure you're saving any money here,...I'm not sure you're saving any money here, Tybee. Two extra spins on the washer vs. running the dryer an extra (?) 15 minutes? Using every ceiling fan in the house, vs. keeping the air at 76? I know it's hot down there in South GA, but I dunno. As for the power usage of "plugged in" things, you might be saving $1 a year. If that. Owl Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111788753760941107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-59016939503950876282016-06-24T02:02:40.848-04:002016-06-24T02:02:40.848-04:00Great post. I enjoyed reading this piece. Congrats...Great post. I enjoyed reading this piece. Congrats :)<br /><br />I think this article from the blog of <a href="https://kingsgreatbuys.com/blog/how-to-save-money-on-electricity-and-increase-your-savings/" rel="nofollow">Kings Great Buys</a> will complement this article.<br />Steve Berkehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835816275006106945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-89576707626377223422016-04-16T22:53:17.646-04:002016-04-16T22:53:17.646-04:00We plug all electronics into power strips which we...We plug all electronics into power strips which we only turn on to use the item. All bulbs are led. They are long life and low operating costs. We are home all day, heat never above 68, or 65 at night. No heat drying of dishes and never run a less than full load of dishes or laundry. We clean dryer vent every 6 months as a dirty vent makes dryer work longer to dry. It is also a fire hazard. Our Nancy Perkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11371069911401683073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-13361894284428278302016-04-16T22:52:15.273-04:002016-04-16T22:52:15.273-04:00We plug all electronics into power strips which we...We plug all electronics into power strips which we only turn on to use the item. All bulbs are led. They are long life and low operating costs. We are home all day, heat never above 68, or 65 at night. No heat drying of dishes and never run a less than full load of dishes or laundry. We clean dryer vent every 6 months as a dirty vent makes dryer work longer to dry. It is also a fire hazard. Our Nancy Perkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11371069911401683073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-58785944408224057732016-02-15T09:04:22.820-05:002016-02-15T09:04:22.820-05:00You also have to be careful because sometimes cons...You also have to be careful because sometimes constant unplugging and plugging of certain items is even worse than leaving them running. Your AC for instance... if you turn it up to say 72 while you're not home then either right before you get home it's set to be cooler or you adjust after you get home, if it's been really hot tgat day it will take longer to cool your home, the unit Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07731766729892340713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-63195283982386580772016-02-15T09:03:52.632-05:002016-02-15T09:03:52.632-05:00You also have to be careful because sometimes cons...You also have to be careful because sometimes constant unplugging and plugging of certain items is even worse than leaving them running. Your AC for instance... if you turn it up to say 72 while you're not home then either right before you get home it's set to be cooler or you adjust after you get home, if it's been really hot tgat day it will take longer to cool your home, the unit Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07731766729892340713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-66367602538643865322015-09-16T09:32:14.992-04:002015-09-16T09:32:14.992-04:00They make LED bulbs now that are 10 watts that scr...They make LED bulbs now that are 10 watts that screw in like regular bulbs. They are not bothered by cold temperatures and can be used with motion sensors. They can be found at Home Depot 3 in a pack for $11.00. They last longer and will save over the course of their life.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16217651279596651423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-47936072649347680162015-01-20T21:21:52.697-05:002015-01-20T21:21:52.697-05:00You can install a timer on your water heater. They...You can install a timer on your water heater. They run about $50 -$60 dollars. My brother-in-law installed mine. They can be set up to turn on and off several times a day or night as desired.<br /><br />Caulk you windows and doors. Use great stuff to fill in large gaps. Use inexpensive electrical outlet sealers to insulate you outlets on the outside walls. Also add child safety plugs to stop Pretty Kittyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00906500691272393898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-60075221217954176602013-11-11T03:42:35.108-05:002013-11-11T03:42:35.108-05:00Your post really cool and interesting. 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...I could use some of these. Thanks for publishing.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://guardianenergysolutions.com/" rel="nofollow">energy efficiency arizona</a><br /><br />reginaghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04885572472017596718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-56479546405157975282013-02-19T18:26:35.408-05:002013-02-19T18:26:35.408-05:00Another tip to lower your costs, whether you'r...Another tip to lower your costs, whether you're using a gas or electric water heater, use cold water when washing most clothing. It's even easier on your clothes and they look newer longer. I do use warm water on sheets, blankets and towels though. If you live in warmer climates, you may already know that heat breaks down elastics prematurely and that holds true for socks & underwear,Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05562337478486768639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-11488945135902452072013-01-16T23:32:36.922-05:002013-01-16T23:32:36.922-05:00I realize this is an old post, but I have to chime...I realize this is an old post, but I have to chime in with MOTION SENSORS! I replaced my closet, mudroom, garage, bathroom, hallway, and exterior porch lights with motion sensors. My averaged power bill dropped by almost $42 a month after that. <br /><br />The thing is, you can't use CFLs with them. Altho the circuit is supposed to be off, the CFLs flicker. So far that hasn't affected Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07807449356256611546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-33989159171975512012-07-07T07:18:30.994-04:002012-07-07T07:18:30.994-04:00After reading this blog I got lot of information a...After reading this blog I got lot of information about how to save an electricity. This blog is very helpful for us<br /><a href="http://www.thegreenalliance.co/products/energy-conservation" rel="nofollow">Ways To Save Electricity</a>The Green alliancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14684899845933585618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-91394329668155277872012-06-07T12:03:46.095-04:002012-06-07T12:03:46.095-04:00We live in GA also. We are not running the AC unl...We live in GA also. We are not running the AC unless the outside temps are 80 or higher. Thank goodness for cooler weather so far! We are on the budget bill plan and have lowered our monthly usage from $180 to $141. Using box fans and ceiling fans, when someone is in the room, makes everything cool and comfortable. We also do the usual, turn TV off and lights, when no one is in the room. <Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-989569491458257692012-06-03T18:41:38.011-04:002012-06-03T18:41:38.011-04:00do you have any of these tips for the summer month...do you have any of these tips for the summer months? since i live in ga i have a hard time without the ac but seeing as how we're trying to cut out the unnecessary spending. thanks in advanceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-87580634840806054112012-04-19T15:10:43.885-04:002012-04-19T15:10:43.885-04:00If you keep the temp cooler your body naturally bu...If you keep the temp cooler your body naturally burns more calories...and you stay healthierAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-85887121556662381492012-03-18T12:14:31.651-04:002012-03-18T12:14:31.651-04:00Just turning off the TV and lamps aren't enoug...Just turning off the TV and lamps aren't enough. They still are using electricity unplugging them is best. I unplug everything that is not being used, TV in living room lamps and fans in the bedrooms, my PC when I go to bed, etc. I wash clothes once a week in cold water so I don't have to sort colors from whites I do everything together. When the wash is done I give the clothes 2 extra Tybee Dreaminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12012046937634514791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-60962419187284285532012-01-27T16:29:56.065-05:002012-01-27T16:29:56.065-05:00Great tips. I agree it depends where you live, hom...Great tips. I agree it depends where you live, home size, etc. I turn off lights when not in a room. I think we have gone through about 12 bulbs in 7 years. Blows the EPA's whole theory that the ave. person spends $40/year on bulbs. I don't like fluorescents. I have reg. old incandescent bulbs. Our gas/elect. is a co-op in our town, no searching for cheaper rates. Windows make a huge Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08895535159666065770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-63027797861382928152012-01-14T11:30:40.041-05:002012-01-14T11:30:40.041-05:00my husband is an electrician and this is not true....my husband is an electrician and this is not true. the amount of electric that runs these items is not going to make a dent in your cost saving by unplugging them. opening up blinds/curtains during the day and lowering your themo. is going to have you much more than what you think will unplugging your appliances. <br /><br />Hope this helps :)josephnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-36129486805583097622012-01-14T11:26:18.927-05:002012-01-14T11:26:18.927-05:00I turn my heat down at 10pm to 60 and have it kic...I turn my heat down at 10pm to 60 and have it kick back on to 66 an hour before its time for us to get up and start getting ready for work/schoo which is around 5am, then I have it shut back down to 60 from 8am to 4pm which is about an hour before we get home. I keep it on 66 for the most part. YES, we do wear long pants, socks, and sweatshirts but want you get use to it you don't really josephnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-57877021086443947582012-01-11T12:26:11.180-05:002012-01-11T12:26:11.180-05:00Good tips! I try to d my laundry and dishes during...Good tips! I try to d my laundry and dishes during off peak hurs as well. Plus, once the dishes are done, I open the dishwasher to let them air dry instead of paying the expensive electric price of using the heat dry. Thank you for joining TTF last week! I hope you are having a great day!Diannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03724974941235663416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446510302276602364.post-4791658003691303662012-01-11T12:09:56.475-05:002012-01-11T12:09:56.475-05:00I have also heard (not sure if it's accurate o...I have also heard (not sure if it's accurate or not) that anything that is plugged into a wall socket will use electricity whether it is turned on or not. Just in case this is true I make sure I have every counter-top kitchen appliance I have unplugged unless I'm using them. Except my coffee maker and my electric can opener.Darrennoreply@blogger.com