With food expenses, rent, and utilities on the rise, the cost of these necessities can become burdensome to your way of living. You may be wondering how you can cut back on your spending while you maintain a comfortable Branson apartment living. 

To save some money it might be practical to use less energy in your apartment. If you need to save energy in your home, here are some of the practical steps you can take to save money by using less energy.

Set the right temperature

Lowering the temperature in your Branson apartment is a great way to lower your energy bill. It can help reduce your heating cost by up to three percent if you lower your thermostat by one degree. Lowering your temperature by 10 to 15 degrees can help lower your bill by as much as 10 percent.

Lowering the temperature will make your apartment colder, so it is a good idea to do this at a time when you won’t be home, such as when you're away at work. Your thermostat can also be programmed to lower the temperature at certain times of the day. If your thermostat doesn't have an automatic function, it's a good idea to replace it with a smart thermostat.

Unplug your devices

When you unplug some of your chargers, lamps and housewares you can save around $100 to $200 a year. Another good reason why it's important to unplug these items is so that they will be protected from possible power surges. These surges can wear down electrical devices that are plugged and it will shorten their life spans. Unplugging extra, unnecessary item will also help reduce the likelihood of electrical fires.

Turn your lights off when you're not using them

Turning off your lights when not in use will decrease your energy bill. Starting this habit can account for approximately $200 yearly savings of an average American's electricity bills.

Use LED lights

An energy-efficient LED light will last much longer than incandescent bulbs. If you use ten incandescent bulbs and leave them on for one hour every day, your energy bill will increase by $24 each year. While when you use 10 LED lights and leave them on for one hour every day, your energy bill will only go up by just around $5 each year.

Hang-dry your clothes

Hang-drying, line drying, or air-drying your clothes is a great way to reduce your electricity bill. Air-drying can reduce the carbon footprint in your apartment by about 2,400 pounds each year.

Use the ceiling fan

Everyone knows that ceiling fans use less energy than a cooling system, which can equate to helping save money year-round. When you turn on your ceiling fan during the summer, it can help cool down your apartment without the help of your air conditioner. When the outside temperature begins to drop, reverse the ceiling fan's blades, so it will move warm air throughout the room, reducing the use of your heater. The more you use your ceiling fan instead of your HVAC, the more you can reduce your energy consumption.

Pay attention to your refrigerator

Around 25% of your electricity bill comes from your refrigerator. But, if you make some adjustments to the temperature, you can reduce the energy the refrigerator uses, and it can therefore help lessen your utility bills, too.

Make sure that the coils behind the fridge are clean at all times. Dirty coils will have the refrigerator consuming more energy to maintain its coldness. You need to keep the fridge's temperature between 35-38 degrees Fahrenheit to maximize energy efficiency while also keeping all of its contents cool.

Wash full loads

If you wash clothes in a machine, always wait until you have a full load before you run it. Most washers utilize the same amount of water regardless of how big the load is. So when you wash full loads, it can save you water and money, and of course, it will also help reduce your electricity bill.

Install low-flow taps

Replace the taps in your kitchen and bathroom with low-flow models. You won't notice a difference in water pressure, but you will see a difference in your next water bill.

Fix drafty doors

If your door has a draft, it can be an entryway of hot or cold air coming from outside. Put an end to this by placing an inexpensive draft stopper underneath your door. This will help insulate your apartment, so its heating and cooling system are maintained.

The less energy you use in your Branson apartment, the greater the savings will be the next time your energy bill comes in. 



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