Energy savings tips never actually run out. You can keep them going on and on forever.<\/p>\n
But usually, at some point, they become so time-intensive that it doesn\u2019t make any sense to actually implement them.<\/p>\n
Take electrical outlet gaskets, for example. You can install them on every outlet in your home. But they save you just pennies per year.<\/p>\n
Is that really even worth your time?<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll have to decide.<\/p>\n
But for now, these tips do make sense. So they\u2019re really just up to your budget:<\/p>\n
1. Paint Your Roof White<\/strong><\/p>\n Qualifier: this one only works well in sunny climates. And since we\u2019re in Texas, it makes great sense to do.<\/p>\n But if you\u2019re in a northern state, it becomes a waste of your time and money.<\/p>\n If you paint your roof white, which reflects sunlight, your home stays 40% cooler. It amounts to a $100 in savings in a year down here in Texas.<\/p>\n Simply buy a paint roller on a pole to make the job easier, and apply a white paint you can get from just about any store that sells paint.<\/p>\n 2. Use a Halogen Oven<\/strong><\/p>\n For whatever reason, these guys haven\u2019t become more popular. But in terms of ovens, they\u2019re practically a miracle.<\/p>\n Interestingly, they actually use more energy per hour they cook. However, they cook so much faster than your gas or electric oven that they actually cost less on an overall basis.<\/p>\n They cook the same food 50% faster and with 75% less electricity.<\/p>\n …And they only cost about $40 – $100.<\/p>\n 3. Water Heater<\/strong><\/p>\n Your water heater uses the second-most energy out of all appliances in your home (right behind your HVAC system).<\/p>\n So, it\u2019s worth paying attention to.<\/p>\n You can go 2 routes with your water heater:<\/p>\n