8 Appliances That Will Use the Most Energy In Your New Home
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Hello and welcome to Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition, formally First Home Houston (FHH), where we provide useful information to help Houston first time home buyers make the most informed decision when it comes to buying, decorating, and maintaining their first home.
The summer heat has been brutal so far. It seems like by the time you leave the grocery store and pull into the garage, some of the food are fully cooked. In addition, the inferno type heat has kept air conditioners running none stop.
The result, astronomical energy bill. So which appliance is using the most energy in your new home anyway? While your bill will tell you the total amount of energy used, the amount due and payment date, it will not tell you which appliance is actually using the most energy. So, just in case you were wondering, below, you will find the list of appliance that use the most and the least energy.
Heating and cooling 45%-50%
Water heater - 12%
Lighting -12%
Refrigerator - 8%
Washer and dryer - 8%
Electric oven - 5%
Dishwasher - 2%
TV and cable box - 2%
So there you have it. If you are looking for ways to lower your energy bill, the first thing you may want to do is increase your thermostat temperature, especially when no one is home. At our home, we like to be very comfortable, so, while we do use the AC, we also keep the fan on, and when possible, we open the windows, mostly at night or during the very early morning. This may not be an option for some.
Buying ENERGY STAR - certified appliances has also been extremely helpful. You may want to look into getting a smart thermostat if you don't already have one. Also, you may want to have a professional check, to make sure you have proper insulation. While these tips will not totally eliminate your monthly energy bill, they may help to reduce it a bit.
As always, thank you so much for stopping by. Remember, if you are thinking of purchasing your first home, please contact us. We are here to help. We have been helping Houston first time home buyers since 2011 and we can help you. I hope you have an amazing day. Until next time...Diana
