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Ceiling Fans Reduce Energy Costs (Portable Fans Too!)

Ceiling Fans Reduce Energy Costs (Portable Fans Too!)

Do Fans Reduce Energy Bills?

If you live in a hot climate like I do, or even a place where the summers get very warm, a fan really can help you stay cooler in the summer while using less energy for your A/C. Keep in mind, though, that fans cool off people by blowing air on our skin. They don’t really make a room cooler. So it is a good idea to shut the fans off in rooms that are not in use.

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July 12 2009 | Posted in Frugal Home | Read More »

Real Ways To Save Energy At Home

Real Ways To Save Energy At Home

Real Ways To Lower Your Electric and Gas Bill

We have already discussed rising gasoline prices, and we’ve discussed the associated increase in groceries. However, your home utility bills are certain to spike just like gasoline prices do. In my part of the world we are just starting a long, hot summer, and that’s red alarm electricity bill time for us. Other parts of the world worry more about home heating. And of course, lighting and appliances, use energy all year long!

Of course, you can find hundreds of ways to save energy. I am listing the ways that cost very little to do.

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May 28 2008 | Posted in fuel economy | Read More »