5 Energy Myths That Are Making Your Utility

1. 5 Energy Myths That Are Making Your Utility Bills Higher Than They Should Be

2. But do they really? No matter what we do, we can’t avoid utility bills. In an effort to make them lower, we might have adopted practices that we believe help lower our expenses on heating, cooling, and electricity. Stay tuned as Buzzell Plumbing, Heating, and Air gets ready to bust some energy myths that make your utility bills higher than they ought to be.

3. Myth #1: Leaving Appliances Plugged in Doesn’t Use Electricity Many people believe that appliances, such as phone chargers, don't use electricity when they're not in use or when they're turned off. However, even when an appliance is turned off, it's still using energy, especially if it's plugged in. This phenomenon is called "phantom energy" or "vampire energy."

4. Myth #2: Using a Space Heater Is Cheaper Than Heating the Whole House Another thing that people do to save on utility bills is to use a space heater to heat a single room. They’re operating on the mistaken notion that it’s cheaper to heat one room with a space heater than the entire house with their HVAC system.  However, this is not necessarily true. While using a space heater can be more energy-efficient than heating your entire home, it can also be more expensive.

5. Myth #3: Turning Off Lights and Electronics When You Leave the Room Doesn't Make a Difference Do you believe that turning off lights and electronics when you leave the room won’t make a significant difference in your energy consumption?  This is one of those energy myths that make your utility bills higher each month. Turning off lights and electronics when you leave the room can save you a lot of energy and money in the long run. 

6. Myth #4: Closing Vents in Unused Rooms Saves Energy If you’ve been closing vents in unoccupied rooms because you think it saves money by redirecting airflow to other parts of the house, stop. Closing vents can increase your energy consumption and cost you more money. When you close vents in unused rooms, you disrupt the airflow in your HVAC system. This can cause the system to work harder as it pushes air through the rest of the house. The result? Your energy consumption goes up while your HVAC wears out faster. 

7. Myth #5: Keeping the Temperature Constant Is More Energy Efficient So, what should you do instead? Simply adjust your thermostat by seven to 10 degrees Fahrenheit for eight hours each day. Based on information from the US Department of Energy, you can enjoy savings of up to 10% annually on your cooling and heating bills if you do this.

8. Buzzell Plumbing, Heating & Air Can Help You Manage Your Utility Expenses BuzzellPlumbing, Heating & Air understands how important it is to save energy and money on your monthly utility bills. That's why we offer a wide range of plumbing, heating, and air conditioning services to help you maintain your home's efficiency and comfort. Our team of experienced technicians can help you identify and address any energy-wasting issues in your home, from leaky faucets and pipes to inefficient HVAC systems.

9. In addition to our energy-saving services, we also offer comprehensive plumbing, heating, and air conditioning repairs, installations, and maintenance services. Whether you need emergency air conditioning repair, professional heating installation services, fixture replacement & upgrades, or help with clogged lines & drains, we have the expertise and equipment to get the job done right. If you're looking for reliable plumbing, heating, and air conditioning services in Middle Georgia, look no further than Buzzell Plumbing, Heating & Air. Call us at (478) 923 5642 (Warner Robins) or (478) 974 5255 (Macon) to schedule an appointmentand start saving money on your monthly utility bills.

10. Thank You Buzzell Plumbing, Heating & Air 4811 Russell Parkway Warner Robins, GA 31088 www.mybuzzell.com