{"id":2193,"date":"2023-12-14T02:20:21","date_gmt":"2023-12-14T02:20:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eagleinspectionpa.com\/?p=2193"},"modified":"2023-12-13T16:31:17","modified_gmt":"2023-12-13T16:31:17","slug":"simple-solutions-to-becoming-more-energy-efficient-tips-and-tricks-to-lower-your-energy-bill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eagleinspectionpa.com\/simple-solutions-to-becoming-more-energy-efficient-tips-and-tricks-to-lower-your-energy-bill\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Solutions to Becoming More Energy Efficient: Tips and Tricks to Lower your Energy Bill"},"content":{"rendered":"
Embarking on a journey towards energy efficiency not only benefits the environment but also offers tangible savings on your energy bills. In the Philadelphia area, where weather extremes can impact energy consumption, adopting simple yet effective strategies can make a significant difference. It doesn\u2019t take a large investment to make some easy changes within your home that will help lower the cost of your energy bill. Here are a few we recommend!<\/p>\n
Schedule an Inspection<\/a> or Get a Quote<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Are you changing them regularly? If not, you should be! Filters remove dirt and dust from your home by trapping the debris within the filter. Because of this, you should replace your filter regularly. HVAC filters should be changed every three months. A dirty filter can increase your energy bill due to increased heating and cooling – wasting so much energy! Don\u2019t forget about the filters within your AC units and furnace as well. Setting a reminder on your phone or in your calendar can be helpful. You can purchase them on Amazon and set up automatic delivery, so you won\u2019t even have to think about it.<\/p>\n Doing so can help not only with your electricity bill but also with your health!<\/p>\n Schedule an Inspection<\/a> or Get a Quote<\/a><\/p>\n Air drafts can come through doors, windows, outlets, and other sneaky areas – all working your heating and cooling systems around the clock! Remedy this with caulking and weather stripping, a simple and inexpensive way to lower your energy bill.<\/p>\n Schedule an Inspection<\/a> or Get a Quote<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Switching to LED lightbulbs is another simple yet effective way to reduce your electric bill. LED light bulbs use less energy and last longer. A win-win!<\/p>\n Review the amount of electricity being used within your home. Call an expert – a\u00a0home inspector in Philadelphia<\/a>\u00a0and surrounding regions can review possible air leaks and other areas, and your electric company can provide you with your usage audit. This is a great way to dig into your usage further to help find ways to save.<\/p>\n Schedule an Inspection<\/a> or Get a Quote<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Other steps to help lower your energy usage are turning down the thermostat when you turn in for the evening, running your dishwasher at night, adding insulation, and much more!<\/p>\n Simple solutions to become more energy-efficient include using LED bulbs, sealing drafts, and unplugging electronics when not in use.\u00a0Home inspections<\/a>\u00a0can identify energy leaks, inefficient appliances, and insulation issues, providing targeted solutions to lower energy bills.<\/p>\n There are many ways to help save energy and money regarding electrical usage. Being creative – and if you live in the Philadelphia, PA, area, calling in a professional like\u00a0Eagle Inspections<\/a>\u00a0can help! Get started today!<\/p>\n Schedule an Inspection<\/a> or Get a Quote<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Embarking on a journey towards energy efficiency not only benefits the environment but also offers tangible savings on your energy bills. In the Philadelphia area, where weather extremes can impact energy consumption, adopting simple yet effective strategies can make a significant difference. It doesn\u2019t take a large investment to make some easy changes within your […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2201,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pgc_meta":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,13],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nLet\u2019s start with air filters.<\/h2>\n
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Next up – check those seals!<\/h2>\n
LED Light Bulbs<\/h2>\n
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Don\u2019t forget to request an energy audit.<\/h2>\n
Turn Down the Thermostat<\/h2>\n
Home Inspections Can Help!<\/h2>\n