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<p>Are you tired of receiving high electric bills every month? Do you want to save energy and money? Here are 10 tips to help you reduce your electric bill:</p><h2>1. Use LED light bulbs</h2><p>LED light bulbs are energy-efficient and last longer than traditional incandescent bulbs. They may cost more initially, but they will save you money in the long run. Plus, they come in a variety of colors and styles to fit any decor.</p><figure id="figure-15b7yodurgln7co0s0"><img id="15b7yodurgln7co0s0" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1596877440946-331b64c24c7c?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwzfHxMRUQlMjBsaWdodCUyMGJ1bGJ8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjk2MTU3OTc4fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="LED light bulb" class="object-cover bg-gray-100" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1596877440946-331b64c24c7c?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwzfHxMRUQlMjBsaWdodCUyMGJ1bGJ8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjk2MTU3OTc4fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><h2>2. Turn off lights and electronics when not in use</h2><p>Leaving lights and electronics on when not in use can waste a lot of energy. Make sure to turn off lights and unplug electronics when you leave a room or go to sleep.</p><figure id="figure-h10691o766ln7co1kp"><img id="h10691o766ln7co1kp" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516885726422-4d4bbfce5b9e?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyNTd8fCUyMGxpZ2h0cyUyMG9mZnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3MDA3MjkyNzN8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="turned on Edison pendant lamp" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516885726422-4d4bbfce5b9e?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyNTd8fCUyMGxpZ2h0cyUyMG9mZnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3MDA3MjkyNzN8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h2>3. Use a programmable thermostat</h2><p>A programmable thermostat can help you save energy and money by automatically adjusting the temperature in your home. You can set it to lower the heat or air conditioning when you are not home or sleeping, and raise it when you return or wake up.</p><figure id="figure-uz4zltiqkln7co2dw"><img id="uz4zltiqkln7co2dw" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1693075586700-ae0b9042e391?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw0fHxQcm9ncmFtbWFibGUlMjB0aGVybW9zdGF0fGVufDB8fHx8MTY5NjE1Nzk4MHww&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="Programmable thermostat" class="object-cover bg-gray-100" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1693075586700-ae0b9042e391?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw0fHxQcm9ncmFtbWFibGUlMjB0aGVybW9zdGF0fGVufDB8fHx8MTY5NjE1Nzk4MHww&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><h2>4. Seal air leaks</h2><p>Air leaks can cause your home to lose heat in the winter and cool air in the summer. Check for air leaks around windows, doors, and vents, and seal them with weatherstripping or caulking.</p><figure id="figure-z1w8i73ogiln7co3nw"><img id="z1w8i73ogiln7co3nw" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1640095889747-2090ee12fa7d?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxOTd8fGNhbmRsZSUyMCUyMGluJTIwdGhlJTIwd2luZHxlbnwwfHx8fDE3MDA3MzAyODh8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="a lit candle sitting on top of a wooden table" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1640095889747-2090ee12fa7d?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxOTd8fGNhbmRsZSUyMCUyMGluJTIwdGhlJTIwd2luZHxlbnwwfHx8fDE3MDA3MzAyODh8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h2>5. Use energy-efficient appliances</h2><p>Energy-efficient appliances can save you money on your electric bill. Look for appliances with the ENERGY STAR label, which means they meet energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.</p><figure id="figure-u253lx9z5ln7co4g2"><img id="u253lx9z5ln7co4g2" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1630699144429-c9912507ef53?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMTJ8fEVsZWN0cmljYWwlMjBmcmlkZ2V8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzAwNzMwNjk4fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="white and silver kitchen counter" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1630699144429-c9912507ef53?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMTJ8fEVsZWN0cmljYWwlMjBmcmlkZ2V8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzAwNzMwNjk4fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h2>6. Use power strips</h2><p>Plug electronics into power strips, and turn off the power strip when not in use. This will prevent standby power usage, which can account for up to 10% of your electric bill.</p><figure id="figure-inz651w3gbln7co5ee"><img id="inz651w3gbln7co5ee" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1636206508343-a6c955887476?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw1ODh8fHR2fGVufDB8fHx8MTcwMDczMTQ1Nnww&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="a living room filled with furniture and a flat screen tv" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1636206508343-a6c955887476?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw1ODh8fHR2fGVufDB8fHx8MTcwMDczMTQ1Nnww&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h2>7. Wash clothes in cold water</h2><p>Washing clothes in cold water can save energy and money. Most of the energy used by a washing machine goes towards heating the water, so by using cold water, you can reduce your energy usage.</p><figure id="figure-rqqdme40gln7co67k"><img id="rqqdme40gln7co67k" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1604335398980-ededcadcc37d?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyMnx8V2FzaGluZyUyMG1hY2hpbmV8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjk2MTU3OTg1fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="Washing machine" class="object-cover bg-gray-100" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1604335398980-ededcadcc37d?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyMnx8V2FzaGluZyUyMG1hY2hpbmV8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjk2MTU3OTg1fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><h2>8. Use natural light</h2><p>Use natural light whenever possible. Open blinds and curtains during the day to let in sunlight, and turn off lights in rooms that are not being used.</p><figure id="figure-j3tlll82nsln7co76j"><img id="j3tlll82nsln7co76j" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1533779283484-8ad4940aa3a8?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxOYXR1cmFsJTIwbGlnaHR8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjk2MTU3OTg2fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="Natural light" class="object-cover bg-gray-100" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1533779283484-8ad4940aa3a8?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxOYXR1cmFsJTIwbGlnaHR8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjk2MTU3OTg2fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><h2>9. Use a ceiling fan</h2><p>A ceiling fan can help circulate air and make a room feel cooler. This can allow you to raise the temperature on your thermostat, saving energy and money.</p><figure id="figure-7rp3eo2v8ln7co8g5"><img id="7rp3eo2v8ln7co8g5" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1613648928095-5e944023d230?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMHx8Q2VpbGluZyUyMGZhbnxlbnwwfHx8fDE2OTYxNTc5ODh8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="Ceiling fan" class="object-cover bg-gray-100" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1613648928095-5e944023d230?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMHx8Q2VpbGluZyUyMGZhbnxlbnwwfHx8fDE2OTYxNTc5ODh8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><h2>10. Plant trees and shrubs</h2><p>Planting trees and shrubs around your home can help shade your windows and reduce the amount of heat that enters your home in the summer. This can help you save energy and money on air conditioning.</p><figure id="figure-th2oqypjcln7co9bj"><img id="th2oqypjcln7co9bj" src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/28rLCq7KpWdynCw2MyjCijNGyT64Do4srdxLlMwAu1AeDs9V0AnnV28O5A47yDOr.jpeg" alt="Electric line when sunset at country side at Banglmung city, Elements of this image furnished by NASA" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/28rLCq7KpWdynCw2MyjCijNGyT64Do4srdxLlMwAu1AeDs9V0AnnV28O5A47yDOr.jpeg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><p>By following these 10 tips, you can reduce your energy usage and save money on your electric bill. Start implementing these changes today and see the difference it can make.</p><p>If you have any questions or would like a no-obligation quote for your next electrical project, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. At BG Electrical Services, we’re always happy to help. Give us a call on 027 456 7868, and let’s discuss how we can assist you with your electrical needs.</p>

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