Utility bills take a substantial amount of money from the family budget every month, but even these compulsory expenses can be lowered. If saving water or gas is not always possible, then it is quite possible to reduce electricity consumption, and hence its payment.
At night (from 11 pm to 7 am), the cost of electricity is calculated at a reduced rate, which is several rubles lower than during the day. Therefore, in order to take advantage of this, a two-tariff electric meter should be installed in the apartment. To do this, contact the housing company serving your home to conclude an appropriate contract.
After installing such a meter, you can save up to 20% of the previous cost on electricity monthly. In this case, it is advisable to turn on large household appliances in the operating mode precisely at night. For example, you can leave a washing machine or dishwasher on a delayed start, as well as a multicooker for preparing breakfast.
Such bulbs are gaining more and more popularity and quite justifiably. Their service life is 4-5 times longer than that of conventional bulbs, since they can illuminate about 8000-10000 hours without replacement. Of course, the cost of an energy-saving light bulb is much higher, but at the same time, such a light bulb that consumes 11-13 watts will replace the usual 60-80 watts. Therefore, taking into account that an energy-saving light bulb consumes 5 times less electricity, this can save up to 500 rubles. in year.
A refrigerator is a technique that works in a constant mode, which means it consumes about 50% of the energy. Therefore, choosing the right refrigerator and using it correctly will help reduce energy costs. When purchasing a refrigerator, pay attention to the energy consumption class, which is denoted by Latin letters from A to G. The most economical model is class A, it consumes 2 times less energy than the others. Despite the fact that the cost of such refrigerators is more expensive than others, such an overpayment will pay off after several years of operation.
As for the rest of the household appliances, it is very important to follow the instructions for their use. For example, if the iron has thermoregulation, then this function will help in saving energy. In this case, at first, clothes made of thin fabrics that require a low temperature are ironed, and then they move on to thick woolen, linen and cotton fabrics.
This model of the stove is recognized as the most energy-intensive household appliance. Therefore, it is very important to operate it correctly. The electric stove does not like overheating and long work. When cooking a dish that takes a long time, you must periodically turn off the stove and let it cool down, and then continue cooking. In addition, the burners should be carefully monitored and kept clean. A faulty hotplate consumes almost 2 times more energy, and the cost of paying for electricity increases significantly.
At first glance, it may seem that all these are trifles that should not be paid attention to. However, taken together, these methods will help you avoid unnecessary expenses and reduce your monthly electricity bill.
