Saving Energy: How Your Commercial Business Can Cut Energy Costs

 

Reducing your carbon footprint has never been more important. This is especially true for any commercial businesses, as the commercial sector accounts for about 19% of energy consumption in the United States. Wouldn’t it be great if every business took steps to lower this number?

Along with reducing energy consumption as a means of providing a better environmental future, a business also benefits financially. Unfortunately, many business owners don’t want to spend a little up front to make commercial energy changes that provide long-term savings.

However, saving energy may be much easier than you thought. It all comes down to educating yourself and then taking the necessary steps at your place of business.

That’s why we’re going over some simple ways a company can cut energy costs and help promote greener living.

An Energy Audit Saves Money

Before you start to reduce your energy consumption, it makes sense to find out where you could cut costs. Having an energy audit done gives you an accurate account of your expenditures.

It will also shed some light on where you can make changes in order to see lower energy bills. DMR Electric can help you save money on monthly bills by performing an energy audit for your business. Contact us today to set one up.

Install LED Bulbs

Think about how many light bulbs your business uses. If you’re still using incandescent bulbs, it’s time for an upgrade.

The great thing about LED bulbs is they’re not only more energy efficient, they last much longer. This means long-term savings for months.

Yes, LED bulbs are initially more expensive, but you’ll be saving energy in your building going forward, and the reduction of cost means the bulbs pay for themselves.

Program Your Thermostats

Don’t waste unneeded energy by failing to regulate the temperature when nobody is in the building. Make sure you program your thermostats to account for nights, weekends and long holidays.

Aside from off-hours, set your system to begin heating or cooling a half-hour before daily operations and a half-hour after.

Maintain Your HVAC Unit

If your air conditioning system isn’t inspected and maintained regularly, it requires more energy to operate effectively. If neglected too long, it also provides poor and inconsistent heating and cooling.

Make sure to schedule yearly cleanings and tune-ups to ensure you’re saving energy and also getting the most out of your unit. Keeping it in tip-top shape increased its lifespan.

Another good tip is to make sure all vents are unobstructed. If air vents get blocked, your system must use more energy to heat and cool the space.

The Right Power Strips

Make sure your office uses smart power strips that don’t waste energy when a device isn’t in use. Old power strips still consume energy even when everyone has gone home for the day.

This is a very important step, as most offices have a large number of devices that need power.

Saving Energy is Easier Than You Think

After reading these tips, you’re probably surprised how easy it is to cut business costs. Start with an energy audit, then make the necessary changes one at a time. You’ll be glad you did when you get your next energy bill.

At DMR Electric, we provide commercial lighting and electrical services. For more articles on efficient energy solutions, check out our blog.