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How to save electricity in an apartment

Ways to save electricity in an apartment

Today's energy conservation issue is very important.Utilities are very valuable, so when the next account comes, many families grab the head.It seems that computers don’t work in vain, and when leaving the room, the home turns off the lights and rarely uses household appliances.But each payment will only increase, what should I do?It is necessary to study all aspects, and it is obvious that the recommendations can be followed afterwards.Consider the main functions.

Features of energy saving in apartments

  1. Household appliances not only work in the usual "sleep" mode.This includes water heaters, microwave ovens, equipment (video and audio), chargers, various gadgets, split systems, computers, and more.
  2. When devices do not work, they are in standby mode.This, in turn, still consumes power.To prevent costs from increasing, turn off the socket equipment if you do not use them.
  3. A comprehensive gadget for sleep mode consumes 10% of the power from the overall metrics of the utility.If you set all your values, you will be strongly paying for simple payments.

Use household appliances correctly

iron

  1. As far as iron is concerned, everything is simple.Almost immediately after turning on the device, start ironing the stuff, letting it gradually heat up to the desired mark and perform your function.
  2. Turn off the iron 10 minutes before the end of the operation.The soles of the equipment will remain hot throughout the period and you will finish the ironing according to the principle of residual heat.
  3. Try drying the underwear by 95% and the remaining 5% provides iron.If things are exaggerated, the device will require more effort to handle and knead all the creases.So you spend a lot of electricity.
  4. Reject old household appliances and prioritize modern irons with automatic shutdown.When heated to a certain temperature, the indicator will turn off, thus saving power.
  5. Select the iron mode to consider the type of fabric.If you are dealing with linen or cotton, do not operate at too low temperatures.You will spend more time and electricity, and the crease will not be completely eliminated.

Vacuum cleaner

  1. In order for the vacuum cleaner to consume power according to the stated indicators, it is necessary to shake the dust regularly and clean the existing filter.
  2. If you ignore this recommendation, your home appliance will exceed the allowed metric by 20-30%.Vacuums are less efficient but consume more energy.
  3. When closed and turned on, this household appliance uses the lightest.Therefore, try not to turn off the vacuum cleaner after handling each room.Pull it behind you at work.

washing machine

  1. This household equipment accounts for 15% of the electricity cost.Research the manufacturer's recommendations to use all the features of the washing machine.
  2. Choose an hour and a half model, but economical and quick wash plan.Fill the drum tightly, but avoid overloading.In the latter case, electricity in household appliances increased by 10%.
  3. Not everything needs to be washed at 50-60 degrees.The SPEAKE program has a low temperature and rotation.Choose the right washing technique (very dirty stuff, cleaning, etc.).

Split system (air conditioner)

  1. The cooling system of the room "eats" a lot of electricity, so they need to use them less.If possible, set the maximum power 3 times a day and cool the room this way.
  2. Families with small children should not keep the temperature too low, so try cooling the apartment in court.Make sure the windows, windows and doors are closed tightly before turning on the air conditioner.Eliminate possible cracks that spread warm air from the streets.
  3. Before purchasing a split system, measure the room where the air conditioner is installed.It is also important to consider the number of people in the room.Do not use high or low power devices.Prioritize intermediate options.
  4. Don't forget about the planned service of the air conditioner.Perform filters, cartridges, and fans according to schedule.During evaporation, special compartments are regularly filled with liquid.

computer

  1. Today, personal computers are available in almost every home.This is not surprising, because the era of technological progress has left a mark on society.
  2. PCs consume a lot of electricity, which greatly increases the average utility expenses.The brightness of the monitor costs a lot of light.If strong metrics are not required, reduce them to acceptable marks.
  3. If you do not use the computer for 1-2 hours, please do not wait until the device is automatically turned off.Set up PC for sleep mode or completely disconnect.
  4. If you need to use a scanner, modem, or printer at the birth of the service, use a network filter to connect to the peripheral device.If not, be sure to turn off the device.
  5. The new LCD monitor is less forceful than its predecessor.If possible, go to such monitors or use a laptop (their light intake is 30% lower).

refrigerator

  1. Even children have basic skills in using refrigerators.This is nothing complicated, but adults make a lot of mistakes during installing household appliances.
  2. For example, it is strictly not recommended to place the refrigerator next to the sun in the kitchen, close to heating equipment and radiators, next to it by a gas or electric stove.
  3. If there is a heat source nearby, the refrigerator will start to bask in the sun.In turn, the camera will try to keep the mark at the appropriate level.This will result in high light costs.
  4. It is also important to follow the temperature marks of the kitchen room.The best mode is the 19-21 degree indicator.It is this temperature that will allow the refrigerator to run without unnecessary effort.
  5. Don't ignore the basic rules of technical care.Perform defrost to release the camera from the ice.Replace the rubber seal on the door to keep the refrigerator sealed at all times.
  6. Never move the technology near the wall, as such a move will slow down the air circulation and the refrigerator will bask in the sun.If your home needs are not that high, don't buy huge equipment.He spent a lot of light and cooled the empty space in vain.

Heating equipment

  1. The most powerful "eater" electricity includes heaters.In order to reduce the amount of energy consumed, it is necessary to isolate all windows, doors, floors, walls, etc.
  2. Of course, double-layer windows perfectly isolate heat.But the wooden frame passes it to most (about 50%).Lay all cracks with painting or plain tape and isolate the windows with lint.Likewise, it is necessary to close the door tightly.
  3. If central heating is included but the room is still cold, wash the pipes.You can also replace the battery with a new battery or "build" several other parts.With this result, there is no need to turn on the heater.
  4. If the heater literally “eat” your home budget, learn to use other heat sources.They can be used as dry towels (attached to hot water) or gas burners.In the latter case, you need to constantly monitor the gas volume and ventilate regularly.

Save electricity bills

How to save electricity in an apartment
  1. Wipe the chandelier.Keep the incandescent bulb and pla bone in a clean condition.If dust keeps accumulating on them, the lighting of the room will fall dramatically.You will start to include more and more light, increasing costs.A clean chandelier scatters light more efficiently, so you can use low-power incandescent lamps.
  2. Wash the windows.Wrap windows as frequently as possible.Clean glasses will allow the sun to penetrate the apartment, so you will spend natural light.From here, the need for a lot of power will disappear.Also, during the cold season, the sun warms the room.
  3. Integrate lighting equipment.If you need to work on a desk in the far corner of your room, don't just use the "up" light.Combine a chandelier with a floor lamp or a desktop lamp.If the luminescence involves an incandescent lamp with 3-5 lamps, please unscrew the excess lamp and leave 2 PCs behind.
  4. Use modern equipment.So far, there are many devices that can save power.These include motion sensors (light automatically turns on and off), infrared porters, optical regulators with smooth changes in light, digital switches, pulse relays.
  5. Replace the light bulb.Conventional incandescent lamps consume 5-8 times more than their fluorescent, compact and LED relatives.Replace all light bulbs in the house with energy savings.This move would be correct as you can save about 40% in your account every year.
  6. Turn off "Extra" light.Get the habit of turning off the lights when leaving the room.Agree with the family, and from now on, you have introduced a saving mode.This doesn't mean you need to stay in the dark for hours.There is no need to illuminate a room without anyone.This is especially true for children, and the younger generation is not worried about family budgets due to age.
  7. Boil water correctly.If you need to heat the liquid on the stove, pour in hot water.Cover the dish with a lid and sink into the desired mark.In this case, the bottom of the dish should be in close contact with the burner.As for the kettle, do not fill the entire cavity with water.Boil 2-3 cups of tea with liquid required.Pour the remains of hot water into a thermos bottle and drink.

Watch how to use household appliances.Tips charge from socket phones, use non-working microwaves, slow cookers, coffee maker to do the same.Do not install a refrigerator next to the radiator, but boil the water in small parts.