Tips for Energy Saving at Home

Here is a guest article on tips for energy saving. It spells out many of the things we should all be doing to save energy - and to lower our carbon footprints. Fortunately, most of these energy saving tips also save money.

Guest article on tips for energy saving with thanks to Alyssa Davis of Metal-Wall-Art.com

Energy saving at home is important for the environment

Home appliances

Always pay attention to the Energy Star label when shopping for home appliances. By choosing appliances that use less energy, you will automatically save money and reduce energy consumption. You should also purchase appliances that are sized correctly for your family's needs. For example, a large tank water heater will simply waste money and energy if you live alone and don't need that much hot water on a regular basis.

You can also use the appliances you have in the most efficient manner possible. When washing clothes, use the cold or warm water setting for washing, and cold water for rinsing. Don't keep your water heater turned up too high, as 120 degrees Fahrenheit is sufficient for most households.

When using a dishwasher, always use the energy efficient setting, and don't run it at all until you have a full load. Refrigerators should be kept on the energy saver mode, with the temperature set no lower than 37 degrees Fahrenheit. Always check the seals and gaskets around t he doors of the refrigerator and freezer to make sure they are providing a tight seal to avoid leaking cold air.

Keep your home at a reasonable temperature

Small changes that can make a big difference

Don't forget that there are many small things you can do around the house that can add up to big energy savings. Save water by using shower heads that reduce the water flow, toilets that use less water to flush, and only using the dishwasher when you have a full load. Check your home for air leaks, using weather stripping and caulk wherever necessary to insulate and prevent the loss of heat or air conditioning. Insulate hot water pipes, and use an insulating wrap for the water heater if the manufacturer recommends one. Replace your existing incandescent light bulbs with either compact fluorescent or LED bulbs to save electricity.

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Energy-efficient home improvements

There are also some simple home improvement projects that can help save energy and money. Replacing your windows with energy-efficient insulated windows can reduce the amount of heat that is lost through the glass. Adding insulation to your home's walls and ceilings can also help reduce energy consumption and lower heating and cooling bills.

Metal-Wall-Art.com senior staff writer, Alyssa Davis, specializes in designing with wall art metal and leaf wall art .

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