Fall Energy Saving Tips

Fall is almost here and things will begin to start to slow down as summer comes to a close. Fall is a great time of year to do some maintenance on your home. Doing some home maintenance this fall can help you save on energy costs and who doesn't love saving money? Today our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks has some tips for saving energy this fall and through the winter months.

HVAC System 

A big way to conserve energy is by adjusting your heating and cooling. One of the best parts about fall is the gorgeous weather have! Typically, once Fall hits the temperatures begin to drop. Although, sometimes Missouri weather can be crazy and have a mind of its own. During a typical Fall, when the weather begins to cool off, why not give your HVAC system a break and open up the windows? This will give your home a chance to air out and your HVAC system can take a break, which can help you save big time on your energy bill.

Of course, once it starts to cool off, you will have to eventually turn your heat on. Be sure to change out your dirty air filters so that your system will run efficiently. Another tip to consider is to change the direction of your fan. When you have your heat turned on, having your fan blades rotate counter-clockwise will help to push the heat down from the ceiling.

Install a Programmable or Smart Thermostat 

There is nothing worse than paying for heating and cooling when you are not at home for 8+ hours a day. Installing a programmable thermostat is the perfect solution. When you program your thermostat to change while you are away, it will do it automatically so you don't have to manually do it every day. A general rule of thumb is for every degree of adjustment, you can save by 1% - 2%


Lighting 

Fall is the perfect time to think about changing your lighting to run more efficiently and use less energy. Consider these tips below to help cut costs on your energy.
  • Switch your light bulbs to LED bulbs. LED bulbs use less energy and they typically last longer than incandescent bulbs 
  • Install motion sensors so lights will turn off when you are not in the room 

Seal Leaks 

Check to see if you have any holes or leaks around your electrical outlets, windows, and doors. Once your heat is turned on, you won't want any heat to escape. You could save up to 20% on your heating bill if you find multiple leaks and the cost of materials is minimal.

If you looking for ways to save money this fall, starting with your energy bill is a great place to start. Catalyst Electric is here to help you save money, give us a call if you'd like a professional electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks to switch to LED lighting, installing an adjustable thermostat, or even just do a whole home electrical inspection to make sure everything is working properly. 

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