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Energy saving tips for electrical home appliances

Just had a big purchase from an electrical appliance store near you? We’ve got a big list of energy saving tips to help keep energy bills low.

• Start by looking at where and how you use energy. For an average household: heating, cooling and hot water use up about 60% of energy while Appliances and lighting use about 30%.
• Set your heat to around 18-20°C. Each degree over 20°C uses around 10% more energy. Consider purchasing an electrical throw from your electronic store and turn of the portable heater.
• Grab a fan from your electrical retailer near you and only use air con for really hot days.
• Set your fridge to 4 or 5℃ and your freezer to -15℃. Each degree colder uses 5% more energy.

Ask your electrical supply store for more ideas on how you can save energy, search our directory and buy electrical appliances near you today!