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Problems That Can Raise Your Monthly Energy Bill

  • Perla Irish
  • February 15, 2022
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  1. Poor HVAC Maintenance
  2. Outdated Light Bulbs
  3. Poorly Insulated Homes Consume Lots of Energy
  4. Window and Door Drafts

Most homeowners work very hard to maintain their homes, and often have to do so on a tight budget. When developing your monthly spending plan, one of the main things you will account for is monthly energy costs. Keeping these costs under control should always be a priority.

If you start to notice your monthly energy bills are increasing every month, take some time to figure out why. Drastic increases in your monthly bill can lead you into financial hardship, which is why pinpointing the cause of increased energy usage is so important.

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Problems That Can Raise Your Monthly Energy Bill

Here are some of the problems that can lead to a rise in your monthly energy bill and how to fix them.

Poor HVAC Maintenance

The HVAC unit in your home consumes a lot of energy when working to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature. The older your HVAC unit gets, the more energy it will ultimately use. The best way to reduce the amount of electricity this system consumes is by investing in professional maintenance. In most cases, a poorly maintained unit will waste energy.

Not only can this lack of maintenance increase the cost of your monthly energy bill, it can also make your HVAC system unreliable. Having the heating portion of your HVAC system maintained before winter can help you reduce the amount of energy it consumes, and help you find small issues before they become big problems.

With the help of professionals, you can also reduce the frequency and severity of furnace repair issues you have, especially in the colder months. The money invested in this maintenance will help you reduce costs in the future, which is why you should view it as a worthy expense.


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Outdated Light Bulbs

Nearly half of the electricity produced in the United States is consumed by residential homes. Most homeowners walk into a room and flip on a light without much thought. Over the past few years, the world of residential lighting has experienced a number of changes.

Incandescent bulbs were once the standard for home lighting fixtures in America. However, LED bulbs are gaining popularity because they provide more illumination and consume less energy than incandescent bulbs.

If your home still has incandescent bulbs, you are probably wasting a lot of energy. Instead of continuing to make this mistake, change out the fixtures in your home. The initial cost of new LED light fixtures and bulbs will be worth it considering how much money you will save in the future.

The only way to ensure these new fixtures are installed quickly and correctly is by working with an experienced electrician.

Poorly Insulated Homes Consume Lots of Energy

When your energy bills start to grow with each passing month, you need to perform an audit to figure out why. One of the first things you can check when trying to pinpoint the source of your energy waste issues is the condition of your insulation. If the insulation in your attic is old and damaged, then it needs to be replaced as soon as possible.

Older insulation allows the cool or warm air in your home to escape. Not only will this increase the amount of energy your home consumes, it will also lead to your HVAC unit getting overworked.

The longer this problem persists, the higher the risk becomes of your HVAC unit wearing out prematurely. This is why investing in new insulation is so important.

Window and Door Drafts

Older windows and doors can also cause energy waste problems. Over time, the seal around the doors and windows in your home will start to deteriorate, which allows air to escape. The best way to fix a drafty door or window is with a tube of caulk.

If you aren’t comfortable performing this job on your own, then working with a reputable handyman is a wise move. They should have no problem identifying and fixing the drafts in your home.

If you are tired of dealing with outrageously priced energy bills, then it is time to implement the tips covered here. With some hard work and the help of professionals, you can make your home more energy-efficient and reliable for years to come.

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