Was your energy bill a little too high this month? Are you scared to open anything from your electricity company? There are several low-cost ways of reducing that sky high bill. Just follow a few of these seven simple steps, and you’re expenses will be much less next month. 1. Hand wash and dry your dishes, rather than use the dishwasher; 2. Opt for the window, rather than the air conditioner when your house is a little too warm. If nothing else, at least turn the system off when you aren’t home; 3. Don’t leave your lights on when you’re not using them; 4. Unplug all appliances you are not using (even turned off, your appliances use some power); 5. Look for the ENERGY STAR name on all appliances for energy efficient products; 6. Install energy efficient light bulbs 7. Air dry your clothes on a warm day to save on running the dryer.
