Have you ever thought about how much electricity your home uses every day? We heat and cool our homes, keep our food fresh in the fridge, and stay connected with our devices. But what in your house uses the most electricity? Let’s break it down!
The HVAC system includes your air conditioner and heating system. Together, they use the most electricity in your home. Depending on the weather, these systems can run a lot, which makes them big electricity users.
Air Conditioning: This system uses the most electricity at 16.9%.
Space Heating: Comes in second, using 14.8%.
HVAC systems work hard to keep us comfortable, but they also cause our electricity bills to go up.
Water heaters are part of your plumbing system and use electricity to heat water for showers, sinks, dishwashers, and washing machines. They typically run for three to five hours a day.
Water Heating: Uses 13.8% of household electricity.
To save electricity, you can wash your clothes in cold water or turn off the heat setting on your dishwasher.
Lighting is another big electricity user. However, it’s easier to reduce your electricity use here. Just switch to LED light bulbs, which use 75% less energy than traditional bulbs and last 25 times longer. Also, remember to turn off lights when you don’t need them.
Lighting: Accounts for 10.3% of household electricity.
Making small changes in how we use lights can make a big difference in our electricity use.
Almost every home in the U.S. has at least one refrigerator, and many have two or more. Refrigerators run all day, every day to keep our food fresh, which uses a lot of electricity.
Refrigerators: Use 7% of total household electricity.
Separate Freezers: Use an additional 1.6%.
To save electricity, try to keep your fridge full but not overcrowded and make sure the door seals are tight.
These days, we use many electronic devices, like TVs, cell phones, and tablets. The average person spends about 4.8 hours a day on mobile apps and about two and a half hours watching TV. All these devices use electricity, even when they’re charging.
TVs and Electronic Devices: Use 6.9% of household electricity.
Try to unplug devices when they’re not in use and avoid leaving them charging overnight to save electricity.
Clothes dryers use enough electricity to make the list, though they aren't the biggest users. If you can, try air-drying your clothes on a line or rack to cut down on electricity use.
Dryers: Account for 4.5% of total electricity use.
Want to know exactly how much electricity each appliance in your home uses? Find an electrician who can perform an electrical audit. An electrician will check all your appliances and tell you which ones use the most electricity. They can also give you tips and ideas for saving electricity. This way, you can start making changes to lower your electricity bills.
Understanding which items in your home use the most electricity can help you find ways to save. From the HVAC system to lighting and refrigerators, knowing where the energy goes is the first step in cutting back. And if you need help, don’t hesitate to call an electrician for an electrical audit. They provide valuable electrical services to help you manage your home's energy use efficiently.
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