Being a military family has a lot of perks, and for the most part, I can’t complain. Free healthcare, cheaper groceries, a sense of community, the chance to live in many different places. One of our most recent perks has been the opportunity to move on post. While I sometimes miss our old abode, I really don’t miss paying those electric bills. We used to pay upwards of $200 every month just to heat our home. Now, we don’t pay for any of it. However, it’s still important to me to teach my children to save electricity. We may not pay for it, but somebody does. Eventually, they will move out into their own homes and I want them to already have picked up on my energy-saving habits to save both their wallets and the environment. There’s no need to be wasteful, even if it is free.
So if you’re stuck paying for those energy bills, what can you do to make sure you’re paying the lowest price possible? Well, there’s a lot of different ways to save. Money Supermarket is a great place to start! I thought I was an energy-saving superstar already because we keep our heat low and turn off electronics when not in use.. but did you know that A dripping hot water tap wastes energy and in one week wastes enough water to fill half a bath! It’s super important to fix those leaky faucets pronto.
Saving energy at home can often be an investment, from insulating pipes to using solar panels, and the upfront costs can be hard to swallow. However, if you live in the UK, I have really great news for you! Click here to help you find the cheapest energy provider in your area. Comparing energy rates is simple, fast, and a great way to save your hard-earned cash. 20% Of customers who use Money Supermarket save over ₤200 on their gas and energy bill every year! Once you’ve decided to switch, you won’t even experience an interruption in service. How simple is that?
Even if you don’t live in the UK, Money Supermarket is easy to navigate, interactive, and full of tips to help you save big on your energy bill. With busy families, a poor economy, and the cost of living skyrocketing, who can afford to NOT save energy?
What do YOU do to save energy at your house?
