A few simple changes in your home could save you money on your daily cost of living. Home expenses take up a large chunk of the household budget, but there are a few simple things you can do to reduce the cost of living.
Replace halogen down lights with LED ones can cut your lighting energy bill by up to 83%.
Insulating & draught proofing your home can reduce heating & cooling costs by up to 40%.
Installing a solar hot water service can reduce hot water bills by up to 75%.
Change your shower head over to a water efficient one can reduce hot water showers bills by up to 47%.
Check your plumbing systems every season for water leaks and corrosion.
Save on watering your lawn by washing your car on the lawn and keep the lawn fresh and green at the same time.
Use the power of the sun to warm up a room and open the curtains on the east side of your house in the morning. Then in summer keep them closed to ward off the heat.
Always check the energy efficiency rating on any appliances you purchase.
Turn off the lights when not in the room.
Only run your air conditioner when you are at home.
Plant a waterwise garden.
Install a rain water tank to catch fresh water, this can be used to drink, run the indoor plumbing or use on the garden.
Only run the dishwasher when it is full. The same goes for the washing machine.
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