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Conserving energy is on everyone's mind these days. According to the U.S. Department of Energy we spend more than $160 billion a year to live comfortably in our homes. This includes a significant demand for electricity and natural gas. In the Southern California and specifically San Fernando Valley area costs spike in the summer due to our higher temperatures. You might want to consider an energy saving strategy since we have already seen our utility rates increase. Some small changes can be good for your wallet and the planet! Here are some helpful tips to conserve energy and save money! You can also visit the following websites for a free do-it-yourself energy audit:
Southern California Edison: www.sce.com/customerview/residential www.sce.com/customerview/residential www.sce.com/customerview/residential www.sce.com/customerview/residential
Southern California Gas Company: www.socalgas.com/residential
Municipal Utilities: www.cmua.org
LADWP Customers use Home Energy Saver: http://hes.lbl.gov
Use your dishwasher, washing machine and clothes dryer only when you have enough dirty stuff for a full load! Check your water heater temperature and set it at 120 degrees and look at purchasing a tankless water heater that provides hot water on demand; heating water only when needed and saving natural gas! Check for energy rebates from your local government and federal offers for washers, dryers, tankless water heaters, refrigerators and other home appliances. Look for the Energy Star label when buying new appliances. It means the products meet strict energy-efficiency standards.
Many electrical devices and appliances still draw power even if turned off. Unplug them while not in use or use a power strip or surge protector and turn the switch off.
Rebates are offered for refrigerators, air conditioners, pool pumps, windows and more. Check with your utility provider and simply purchase a qualifying product, complete a rebate application and mail it in with your purchase receipt to receive your rebate check.
Remember that you can avoid appliance use between noon and 7 pm to help reduce peak energy demand that can cause power emergencies.
Turn off computers and monitors when you are not using them. Plug electronic equipment into power strips and turn the power strip off when the devices are not being used. That's because even though the equipment is not being used, it is still using power.
Give us a call if you would like additional information or would like us to provide a free consultation to review your home energy needs.
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