The festive season is well and truly upon us and there is no doubt that you have probably started decorating your home and business with festive lighting and decorations. Part of the Christmas season is known for showing off your hard work and thought processes when it comes to Christmas decor, and we want it to stay that way rather than restricting your use of lighting due to fear of a large bill come season end. We wanted to offer our tips and tricks to saving energy this Christmas, so you can spend more time with family and friends and less time stressing about your next electricity bill.
1. Switch to LED Lighting
If you are planning to get out old Christmas lights, the old style of Christmas lighting is very inefficient and will cost you money if you decide to continue to use them. Old lights are also a hazard to your home. We suggest investing in LED lighting for a more efficient lighting solution, LED lighting also gives a very bright light, meaning your decorations will be set to ‘wow’ your guests.
2. Put your lights on a timer
We expect this is a busy time for you and your family, forgetting to turn your indoor Christmas lighting off at night happens to all of us. If you opt for timed Christmas Tree lighting, you are taking one more task off your list of duties that will save you time, and money.
3. Choose battery-operated or solar lights where possible
Investing in rechargeable batteries and a charger to power your Christmas lights will be a huge energy saver. Battery operated lights are an affordable option and will save you money in the long run. When choosing your outdoor lighting, there is no excuse to not opt for solar garden lighting for the same effects.
4. Use the BBQ whenever possible
If you’re looking for an excuse to have a BBQ Christmas lunch over an oven-cooked dinner, then consider this tip your excuse. Using the BBQ over the oven can help to reduce your energy costs and provide a great atmosphere when doing so. It’s a win/win.
5. Keep the air conditioning at 24°
Given it is Summer in Australia, we can almost predict you will need to cool the room when entertaining these holidays. We recommend ways to save on energy over on our Instagram page this week, but to touch base on it here, it will save you money if you resist the temptation of turning your air conditioning lower than 24°. Remember this degree will save you money come season end.
Christmas came around fast this year, if you missed the preparation window, we hope these top tips will save you money throughout the season. Remember small actions can save you money in the long run and let you enjoy the festivities over worrying about your energy usage.
For a last-minute maintenance quote before the holiday season, you can get in touch with Ehlerth Electrical via our contact page.
