Did you know that energy bills have increased by 37 percent in just the last three years alone? Fortunately, improving the energy efficacy of your home is not as hard as you might expect it to be. All you have to really do is evaluate where you waste the most amount of energy. For example did you know that accidently leaving the TV on is the largest energy-waster? You could also do other small things like turn off lights when you leave a room; or unplug appliances and chargers when they aren’t being used. All these things quickly add up! Cutting back on energy spending is pretty painless—it just requires a little forethought.

If you really want to save energy, here are other tips for you to consider:

Plug Air Leakages

As said by the U.S. Division of energy, the average home has multiple air leaks, which all add up to a two-foot-square hole. That is as big as a moderate-sized window. Running air conditioning with these air leaks is literally wasting your money. It is no surprise that correctly sealing these leaks will undoubtedly help you Save Energy. The hardest part about plugging the leakages is finding them. Luckily, you do not have to figure it out by yourself! Professionals can help.

Cover Your Attic

One of the easiest ways to cut your heating and air-conditioning costs is to insulate your attic. You see, hot air rises, so while you are trying to heat your household, much of the warm air would escape without proper attic insulation. This means it costs more for you to heat your home in the colder months. In adding attic insulation, you’ll be covering all of your attic’s air leakage points.

Regular Equipment Maintenance

We recommend replacing your air filters every month. This will help keep your air-conditioning unit functioning efficiently. Preferably, you could also have a specialist service your unit too.

Time Your Machine Usage

Have you ever noticed how much your dishwasher and oven contributes to the heat of your kitchen? Try to run your dishwasher only when it’s full. And when it’s hot outside, we don’t recommend running the dishwasher until the evening. But, in the winter, any additional heat is welcomed. Running main appliances at definite times and making certain they are running correctly can lead to augmented energy and price savings. Home energy audits are becoming progressively popular. An energy audit might reveal numerous energy saving possibilities.