IT departments often think they can save money on their utility bills during the summer.
But some gadgets and appliances can cost more than.
A second heat wave hit this summer. It is important to know if there is anything in your home that is unnecessarily pushing up your bills.
Electricity costs and inflation remain high, costing hundreds of dollars a year He reveals six gadgets and appliances increase.
Air Conditioners
It is no surprise that air conditioners are economically disadvantageous.
It costs about £1,000 to install per unit and after that about £140 a month.
However, if he used it eight hours a day.
Also, heat waves in the UK are rare, so spending this amount is unlikely.
Fans
Using a fan is cheaper than installing and operating an air conditioner, but it can still eat into your income.
A 40 watt fan running 12 hours a night costs about 23.5 pence.
Of course, the exact cost will depend on your electricity bill and the type of device you are using.
But you can use the basic totals to calculate how much you can spend:
Cost = Power (kilowatts) x Time (hours) x Cost of 1 kWh (pence).
So 23.5p a night and 12 hours a day for a month would cost £7.28.
Electric Shower
Nothing beats a cold shower at the end of a long day's work.
Also, mental health guru Wim Hoff recommends getting up in the morning and sitting up.
But you might want to be careful not to eat too much while it's hot.
According to Uswitch.comthe average household uses an electric shower 1.5 hours a week, which costs about £3.10. takes.
Shortening showers to 4 minutes could save the average home £70 a year in energy costs, the Energy Saving Trust estimates .
It also reduces your water bill if you use a meter.
Drink refrigerator
We were all there. You've invited your friends and family to a summer barbecue, but you don't have anywhere to put your drinks.
And a beverage refrigerator would be a nice addition to your list of home appliances.
But according to Uswitch, it can add unnecessary charges to your bill.
According to a price comparison site, a small beverage refrigerator that holds 12 bottles or 38 cans will cost you about £36 a year if it is always on.
Therefore, it's best to turn it on only on the days you plan to use it, and turn it off when you're done.
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor lighting adds a nice touch to any backyard, but according to energy saving app Loop, it can add unnecessary running costs.
Just two 60 watt outdoor lights on for 10 hours a night could add £125 a year to your electricity bill.
One thing that can help reduce this cost is to purchase energy efficient lighting.
Not only do they save electricity, they last longer, so landfills aren't filled with finished bulbs.
Smart Speakers
Whatever genre you choose, music brings a little fun and relaxation to parties and gatherings.
However, according to Utilita , smart speakers are one of the most expensive devices to keep on standby, so be careful.
A typical Alexa device is relatively cheap to run, but consumes about the same amount on standby.
Leaving it on 24 hours a day will cost you £4.90 more per year in your electric bill.
It may not sound like much, but you can save a penny by simply switching it off after use.
In addition to these gadgets and appliances, five devices in the kitchen are driving up utility bills, according to the savings experts. I tried.
