It makes sense to focus on the appliances
and equipment that have been covered in this brochure, because combined, they
make up an estimated 90% of your month energy bill. Most of the remaining
appliances in your home are relatively inexpensive to operate.
Play It Safe
Besides wasting energy, leaving electric appliances and
equipment on unnecessarily will cause them to wear out faster. It may also be a
significant safety hazard. So play it safe, and turn them off when you're
through.
Give Your Home An Energy Check-up
Contact your local electric utility to see what services
are available. If available, have their representative provide your home with
an "energy check-up". They will survey your appliances and estimate how much
energy they use and then recommend low-cost or no-cost savings measures that
are just right for your home. To get your energy check-up, call Salem Electric.
Pull The Plug Or Turn Them Off
There's no need to leave your television set, computer,
curling iron, electric skillet, and iron on when you're not using them.
