Upgrade Your Lighting It does not take much time or money to install a new light bulb. Upgrading your lighting to LED bulbs is the simplest way to reduce energy usage.Use The Dishwasher If You Have OneIt may be counterintuitive, but newer dishwashers use less water than hand washing. If your dishwasher is relatively new, automatic washing could save you money (as long as you wait for the unit to be full).Wash Your Clothes in Cold WaterYou may not need to use hot, or even warm, water to get your clothes clean. If your clothes aren’t severely stained, you can probably get the job done on the cold setting instead.Set Your Thermostat for Maximum Savings If possible, install a programmable thermostat and set a lower temperature in the winter and a higher one in the summer. This small change could save a lot on utility bills.Unplug Devices And Appliances When Not in UseAppliances and devices are using energy even when they are not in use. Unplugging them could save you a lot of money, and plugging them back in only takes a few seconds.Install A Low-Flow ShowerheadReplacing an old showerhead with a more efficient model takes only a few minutes, and the energy and water savings could be significant.Check For Water Leaks And Other Maintenance Issues Even a tiny leak could send your water bills through the roof, so do a periodic leak check. If you rent, report any leaks you may notice to your landlord.
Set The Temperature On The Water Heater
Setting the water heater to a lower temperature could significantly reduce utility bills without impacting your comfort. If you rent and don’t have access to your water heater, ask your landlord for assistance.