Most business owners agree that the energy bill is their number one unpredictable expense. Small businesses across the nation are estimated to spend more than $60 billion a year on energy according to ENERGY STAR. Most of the energy is consumed in the various forms of electricity most businesses depend on. Today, we at Advanced Electric Solutions Corp would like to offer some tips on how small businesses can reduce energy costs.

Invest in an Energy Audit Report

To help determine your baseline energy use, an energy audit is the optimal solution as will offer a perfect strategy to save energy. Electric utility companies frequently include such services as well as your electrician. The professional performs a full inspection on your electrical system and the systems that depend on it, such as the HVAC system, lighting, and so on.

Select Energy Efficient Computers & Office Equipment

When it comes time to replace your office electronics, check to see if they are ENERGYSTAR-rated before you buy. Investing in energy efficient appliances and equipment can help you save significantly.

Minimize Peak Demand Electricity

Reducing your peak demand is a way to maximize your electrical savings. The term “peak demand” is referring to the hours in a day where the energy use is at the highest. For example, an office peak demand is from pam-5 pm typically. Stagger work hours, start times, and when you run heavy equipment in early hours or later in the day to conserve the overall energy use.

Programmable Thermostat

Especially relevant for a 9-5 workplace, programming your thermostat according to the seasons is common energy-saving tip. Your space does not need to be heated or cooled when the building is closed for the night or on weekends, if you closeup on the weekends. Even if the hours vary, use your programmable thermostat to set the temperatures reflecting the day and when no one is inside working to see a big difference on your electric bill.

Does Turning Off Lights Save Money & Energy?

Though this tip seems obvious, it is remarkable how many businesses leave the lights on in vacant break rooms, meeting rooms, or even bathrooms. Installing sensor lights can rectify the problem but encourage the staff to switch off the lights in a room that is empty.

Use Energy Efficient Light Bulbs & Take Advantage of Natural Light

Switch out your regular incandescent bulbs with energy efficient bulbs such as CFL or LED for one of the easiest adjustments to save on electric usage. You will use quite a bit less energy.

Start Running Fans

Running fans in offices, warehouses, showrooms and kitchens throughout the year, ceiling fans have a “winter setting” reduces energy costs significantly. With the airflow being continual, the HVAC system operates more efficiently.

Importance of Shutting Down Computers & Electronic Office Equipment at Night

Have your team get in the habit of shutting down the computers and office equipment before they leave. Safely power down and unplug as much of the devices as possible can cut down the energy use especially and reduce the phantom energy use. Even devices turned off will still syphon energy when they are plugged in.

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Call Advanced Electric Solutions Corp today to discover more ways to save or to design a more efficient energy use for your business.