IDT Energy Savings

With summer around the corner, it’s important to start thinking about saving energy and costs.  During the warmer weather months, there are a number of ways that you can save energy by making smart purchases and by being creative.  Here are a few suggestions to get you started whether you use IDT Energy or another company.

If you’re buying an air conditioner for the summer months, look for one with the ENERGY star label.  They are the most energy efficient models that you’ll find, enabling you to cool the house for less money.  A new air conditioner can actually reduce your cooling costs by as much as 20% when compared to an older unit.

While most people don’t realize this, the location of the room air conditioner actually makes a difference.  Try to keep your room air conditioner out of the sun.  Room air conditioners work the best when they are kept cool.  Usually, the best place to install one is on the north-facing wall.

These tips should help you to begin your summer electricity preparations.  Keep it cool while saving money!

When you first start to think about saving money on your energy bill, the first step is to take an energy audit.  What is an energy audit?  It’s a chance to take a look at all of your energy use in the house and to see where you are using the most energy – and where you can save the most.  There are many online resources where you can take energy quizzes and see where your money is going each month.  IDT Energy offers these suggestions.

The Department of Energy has energy audits that can help you to evaluate all of your energy usage.  There are many similar tools available online as well.  Then, once you’ve looked at your resources and expenses, you can begin to pinpoint areas where you can save each month.