Use a single High-Watt Bulb: Instead of using multiple lights or lamps to illuminate a room use one higher powered bulb or lamp. By using simply one bulb which is brighter you save more energy then if you would light multiple bulbs that aren’t as bright.

Control Outdoor Lighting: Leaving out door lights on all day consumes a lot of energy that is not needed. To make sure that your bulb is only on when the sun goes down consider purchasing a photocell or a timer.

Turn Off Lights: Turn off lights when not in use, even if its only for short periods of time when doing this constantly and daily it slowly begins to add up.

Get Your Unit Tuned Up: Have your central air conditioner tuned up by a qualified heating contractor every other year. This can help the unit operate more efficiently and may prevent failures in the middle of peak cooling season.

Keep the Sun Out: Closing blinds, shades and drapes on the sunny side of your home during the day will help keep the house cooler, causing the air conditioner to use less energy in bringing the temperature to a comfortable level.