{"id":656,"date":"2020-06-15T13:32:46","date_gmt":"2020-06-15T17:32:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kennihans.com\/blog\/?p=656"},"modified":"2020-06-12T13:33:00","modified_gmt":"2020-06-12T17:33:00","slug":"energy-saving-electricity-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kennihans.com\/blog\/electrical\/energy-saving-electricity-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Energy Saving Electricity Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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We\u2019ve all had those times when we come to that moment of truth after a long month of running our air conditioner during a heat wave, keeping extra lights on, and running fans. Your energy bill comes in the mail and it\u2019s astronomical. You don\u2019t know what to do\u2026 but you understand how you got here, and you wish you could have done things a differently. Do you know how to make a real difference in your home?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re going to need to start with the tips that we\u2019ve wrangled together below. If you need a great electrician in Cranberry Township, PA<\/a>, make sure that you schedule an appointment with our team members. We\u2019re all professionals and we understand how to get the best work possible done. Just call today to learn more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How to Save Money This Summer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Saving a little money on your electricity bill is probably\nmuch easier than you\u2019d think. We want to make it as easy as possible for you\nand that\u2019s why we\u2019ve gathered the best energy saving tips below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Know How to Use Your Thermostat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

So let\u2019s talk about your thermostat. Sometimes, when your home\nfeels like an oven, you blindly run over to your thermostat and turn it down to\na cold temperature just to get some relief. Although we know that this is a\ncommon habit and a bit of a survival tactic when your home feels really stuffy,\nwe want you to take better care of your home. You should always set your\nthermostat to a reasonable temperature and wait. If you\u2019re worried about having\nyour home cool off fast, you\u2019re going to need to consider upgrading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider Upgrading Where Applicable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

So let\u2019s talk about upgrades since we touched on this topic\nabove. If you\u2019re in doubt, we\u2019d suggest upgrading to a newer smart thermostat. Smart\nthermostats can come to anticipate your needs before you even touch a button\nand you can program them remotely. This means that your entire HVAC system is\nalways at your fingertips as long as you have a smart phone. If you don\u2019t want to\njump all the way to a smart thermostat, we\u2019d suggest adopting a Wi-Fi thermostat\nat a minimum. Call us to learn more about your options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seal Up Your Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Do you have cracks, gaps, or other leaks in your home? It\u2019s time to whip out the caulk and seal them up. Having a tightly sealed home ensures that you\u2019re not losing out on any of your energy. Make sure that you get great work with the help of a professional. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Change Your Lightbulbs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is a simple one, but it\u2019s always a great idea to switch\nover to LED lightbulbs where possible. These bulbs are energy efficient and help\nyou save. It\u2019s also a great idea to rely on natural light more during this\nseason since the daylight stretches so far into the evening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We understand that each home is unique. If you need extra help, rely on our professional team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Kennihan Plumbing & Heating, Inc. today to schedule an appointment<\/a> with our team. We treat your home like it\u2019s our grandma\u2019s home.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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