October is National Energy Awareness Month and to honor it, Vista
Energy, a national third-party provider of electricity and natural
gas solutions, has developed some simple tips to help home and business
owners conserve energy usage and lower bills.
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The tips come at a time when energy bills are at an all-time high. Per
recent research conducted by Vista Energy, the average home typically
spends $1,900 a year just on energy bills. Home and business owners can
celebrate National Energy Awareness Month with Vista Energy by heeding
the following seven tips:
1. Turn down the thermostat. Lowering the thermostat by just five
degrees can save up to 10% of a consumer's energy bill. Or, by using a
smart thermostat to control temperature via smartphone, consumers can
save up to 20% on heating and cooling bills a year.
2. Use LED lights. Switch from normal bulbs to energy-efficient
and low-wattage LED lights. LED lights work up to 20,000 to 50,000 hours
and take up 50-80% less energy than incandescent bulbs. Though the
initial cost of LEDs is higher, they ensure a reduction on energy bills
with a lifespan that’s five times that of incandescent bulbs.
3. Seal leaks. The more leaks, the more cold air can rush into a
home or business, which means an increase in thermostat temperature and
a boost in bills. Check for cracks and crevices in unlikely places such
as attics and basements. Use caulk and insulation pads to seal leaks
around doors and windows.
4. Use fireplaces properly. Energy is wasted when a fireplace is
not in proper use. Install a sealing damper at the top of a fireplace,
which helps to keep conditioned air tucked inside a home. Or, try
installing a fire back that is designed to absorb and keep heat in the
rear of a fireplace.
5. Go green. From tiny light bulbs to big refrigerators, there
are many eco-friendly products designed to cut energy consumption in
half. For example, look for the Energy Star rating on appliances that
signifies it is part of the EPA and U.S. Department of Energy's program
committed to superior energy efficiency.
6. Turn off the computer. Consumers waste a lot of energy leaving
computers on when not in use. To save energy, turn computers off or put
them to sleep. This can save $50-$100 a year.
7. Switch off sockets. Microwaves, toasters, blenders, chargers
and other electric appliances connected to a single socket still siphon
energy when not in use. Buy a multi-socket plug for these devices and
when switching off the plug, all devices connected to it shut off
accordingly.
For information about Vista Energy, visit www.vistaenergymarketing.com
or call (888) 211-4093.
About Vista Energy
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vista Energy combines affordable
natural gas and electricity rates for homes and businesses with
excellent service to create an outstanding customer experience. Founded
in 2009, Vista Energy operates in nine states across America and
services more than 200,000 residential and commercial electricity and
natural gas customers. To learn more, visit Vista Energy online at www.vistaenergymarketing.com
or on Facebook.
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