Catalyst Electric

With the moderate temperatures we’ve enjoyed so far this fall, most of us have appreciated some pretty low energy bills the last month or two. But as temperatures start to lower, we all start thinking about those winter energy costs. As your trusted electricians at Lake of the Ozarks , we have a few tips to share with you that can help you save energy and money this fall and winter when it comes to heating your home. If you are down for saving money, keep reading this blog to get the scoop. 1) Get in Sync with the Sun Now is the time you want to use the suns energy to work for you. Open your drapes during the day to let as much light and heat in as possible. Then before temperatures drop, close those curtains to hold in the heat. Make this a daily routine, and you’ll enjoy some great energy savings. 3) Lower the Thermostat In the same way that we raise the thermostat in the summer so the AC doesn’t work as hard, we can lower the thermostat in the winter and wear an extra layer of cloth...

It's September, which means fall is almost here! Fall is a great time of year to catch up on home maintenance that you've been putting off during the busy summer month. Keeping up with maintenance tasks can help save on your energy bill. Read on to get a few tips from our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks for saving energy this fall! 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 le...

Fall is just around the corner and the pace of life starts to slow down for many of us here at the Lake of the Ozarks. With that being said, it's the perfect time to think about how you can save on your energy this Fall. Saving energy means saving money, and who doesn't want to save money? The best electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks have a few tips for saving money during the Fall season. 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 of...