Electrical Upgrades That Save Energy & Money

With the cost of nearly everything seemingly going up day by day, at CNA Electric we know how important it is for homeowners to save money when and where they can. That’s way we offer a variety of electrical upgrades that can help you and family save on your electricity and heating bills while still enjoying the same level of comfort. An additional benefit to money-saving electrical upgrades is they are beneficial for the environment as well.

Light Bulbs

Modern LED bulbs can reduce lighting-related energy usage by 50% to 75%. Both LED and CFL bulbs use less energy and now produce light as vibrant as their incandescent counterparts. These bulbs last longer too, meaning you save on replacement costs; plus, you don’t need a Los Angeles electrician to install them.

There are also a few energy-saving options when it comes to lighting:

• LED desk lamp: Complement your workspace with an LED light that lasts up to 25 years; an auto-off timer saves energy by turning the lamp off automatically.
• LED dimmable under-cabinet lights: Illuminate your kitchen with 12W lights that provide plenty of brightness; with a dimmer switch, you can adjust the lighting to your preferences.
• Solar-powered outdoor lights: Solar powered path lights can improve visibility and safety without draining your wallet, and make your garden or patio accessible at night.
• Security lights: Options include multi-mode, waterproof solar wall lights that work for hours on end before needing a charge, as well as security lights with motion sensors.

Monitoring Systems

Electrical monitoring systems are a great way to identify where your electrical usage is highest in the home. Many homeowners who rent out part of their homes use these to measure how much electricity is used in a basement suite for example. For a monitoring system to work, you’ll need to have a subpanel installed that’s dedicated to a particular area in the home, with basements being a common choice.

Automated/Programmable Thermostats

Automated thermostats are a great way to reduce heating costs as they can be programmed to increase or decrease the temperature of your home at a given time. For example, those working from 9 in the morning to 5 in the afternoon can set their thermostats to reduce the temperature of their homes from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., saving them money on heating during the day when no one is at home. For the final hour the thermostat can then increase the heat in the home, making it comfortable for when the homeowner gets back home.

With a programmable thermostat that’s set to the right schedule homeowners won’t even notice the change – until they get their much smaller monthly bill in the mail.

As a fully licensed, WCB and insured electrical company, CNA Electric Ltd. can help you with your residential electric needs. Our services include renovations, repairs, generators and heat pumps, as well as wiring and installations. Based in Nanaimo, our service area also includes Ladysmith, Parksville, Qualicum and the surrounding area.

For information about our services and how we can assist you, please contact us at cna.electrician@gmail.com or call us at 1-250-816-8884 today!