Before you reach for the garlic and holy water, we’re actually talking about vampire devices, also known as energy vampires.
In the energy business, vampire devices are electronics that continue to suck power even when they’re turned off.
TVs, gaming consoles, and desktop PCs are some of the biggest culprits, but coffee machines, microwaves, and hairstyling tools continually pull energy and hike up your bill, too. Even phone and computer chargers have a bad habit of drawing phantom power when they’re not in use.
Believe it or not, a study found that devices like these are responsible for nearly 1/4 of the average home’s energy bill. That means you could slash your bill significantly simply by being more intentional about what is plugged in and when.
So how do you keep these devilish devices from draining your budget?
Obviously, step 1 is to unplug your electronics when they’re not in use. Start with the least-used devices, like the TV in your guest bedroom or basement. From there, start to normalize plugging in and unplugging your daily-use appliances, especially those with an internal clock, display screen, temperature monitor, or remote control.
If you’re like us, that starts to feel unrealistic pretty quickly, but fear not: Advanced power strips offer an easier solution. A stake in the heart of your vampire devices, these energy savers cut off the power supply to large electronics and any smaller devices connected to them whenever they’re not in use. (For example: If your TV is off, an advanced power strip will stop the energy flow to the TV as well as the DVD player and the sound bar.)
And it gets better! Advanced power strips are available at no cost through a Mass Save Home Energy Assessment with HomeWorks Energy.
Our team of expert Home Energy Specialists will help you save even more energy every day when you schedule a no-cost Home Energy Assessment. Plus, you’ll learn more about your home’s overall energy performance and any applicable incentives to help you make upgrades.
So slay the vampires from your home, and start saving up to 25% off your monthly energy bill by being mindful of your plug-in devices. Call (781) 305-3319 or schedule a no-cost assessment online today.
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Since 2008, our HomeWorks Energy Specialists have performed over 200,000 energy assessments and completed over 71,000 insulation jobs. The Mass Save Home Energy Assessments we provide are no cost to you and come with many benefits for homeowners and renters alike, which is why we want every Massachusetts resident to know about them! We also employ a highly skilled team of licensed HVAC and weatherization professionals, so we can see your project through from assessment to completed upgrade. Find out why we’re proud to be the largest Home Performance Contractor in the state by scheduling a Home Energy Assessment or Heating and Cooling Consultation today.
