Change To Smart, Efficient And Energy Saving Lighting

So you live in Toronto and you want to become more energy efficient?  With the high cost of electricity, this is a very good idea.  You can do it with the help of a licensed electrician Toronto, but you can also do it on your own.  There is a lot of information about energy saving lighting online.  Make notes as you read, take a walk through your home and perhaps take pics of all your light bulbs, and then, it is time for a trip to the hardware store.

1. Energy Efficient Light Bulbs

This is the first and most obvious place to start.  Remember, take pics of all the lights and light fittings that you already have, so you know what you are replacing.  Spend time going through the variety of energy saving light-bulbs and pick the ones you feel are best.  Buy in bulk, which will save you money but also save you from that disaster when you suddenly don’t have spare bulbs in your cupboard.  If you are unsure what to buy, chat to the professionals in the shop. They know!

 2. Smart Bulbs

Smart bulbs are different to energy efficient bulbs in that they are operated smartly.  Smart bulbs may not be compatible at all with your home, so do good research first.  You may need your Aurora electricians, to come in and look at your current electrical system.  New systems are much more energy efficient than the older systems and depending on your time and budget, you may want to replace your entire system.  An electrician Toronto can come out and assess your current system and quote you.  It may be worth your while.

If you do have a compatible system, then buy smart bulbs.  There is a big market, some are controlled by Wi-Fi, some need a central hub off which to operate.  Some are coloured, some are dimmed, some are recessed, and some are all three.  You can switch them on and off by the sound of your voice, with your smart phone, or with a button.

Smart bulbs on their own are brilliant, offer low lighting and inexpensive lighting, while looking rather gorgeous and sophisticated too.

3. Smart Hubs

Unless you are electrically minded, we would suggest you call in professionals for a smart hub, one that can operate all your lighting.  A licensed electrician Toronto, such as Dynamic Electric, will evaluate your system and then assess and quote you on an entire new smart electrical system.  If it sounds daunting, then it is definitely not a DIY job.  You do not have to change your entire circuit into a smart hub, you can do room by room or section of your house by section, but ultimately a smart electrical system is going to save you a lot of money.

Not everything has to be smart though.  There are obvious things to do to keep your electrical costs low.  Think about these little tips, which you can share with your family too:-

•      Switch the lights off when not in use.

•      Switch off the television set.

•      Keep the geyser off between 9 am and 4 pm, or whatever suits you.

•      Unplug the toaster, kettle and microwave when not in use.

•      Switch to gas.

•      Go solar!

These are such simple tips but somehow, we all forget to do the obvious.  There are certain things you cannot switch off between use, such as the fridge and that is for obvious reasons, but take a walk around your house right now.  Or ask your licensed Toronto electrician to do it for you. You will be astonished at how much electricity you are basically just throwing away.

There is a good feeling that comes with DIY.  But this good feeling only lasts as long as your DIY work lasts. Some people are handier than others.  If you do not have the knowledge that is needed for electrical DIY, or if you do not have the time or interest, then call in the professionals.  Marine Electric work with homes and offices in Toronto has a team of efficient, professional and reliable electricians, and will help you along your way to an energy efficient home.

Electricity is a commodity that we all need, especially in Toronto with its vicious winters and extreme summer heat waves.  But it costs a lot of money and it also does a lot of damage to the environment. It is for this reason that scientists are working around the clock to find alternatives.  You can do your bit, in the meantime, by going as energy efficient as you can.  You will find that any good electrician in Toronto, even your emergency electrician Toronto, will give you tips on how to save money.  It is to your advantage to listen and heed advice.

By the way, if you are going the DIY route, do not even think about any illegal connections!  They are just plain dangerous and that is how fires get started.  And talking of fires - get your circuit checked out.  An emergency electrician Toronto can do this for you, or your regular daytime electrician.  It’s a good idea to have your electrical circuit serviced on an annual basis, just to make sure that everything is in good running order.  And while you’re having the service, ask for the energy saving tips.  Your electrician may just change all your light bulbs for you.  He certainly changes mine for me!