Energy Audits

Improving your home’s energy efficiency doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. While larger upgrades can make a big impact, small, low-cost changes can also help you save energy, lower your monthly bills, and make your home more comfortable.

Simple actions—like changing light bulbs, adjusting thermostat settings, replacing air filters, or turning off electronics when not in use—can add up over time. Some of these steps are quick one-time updates, while others just require occasional maintenance or small habit changes. Either way, each improvement supports greater comfort and savings without adding work to your day or strain to your budget.

Ready to get started? Review the tips below and discover how small changes can lead to meaningful savings.

Did you know that your appliances and electronics draw power even when not in use?
Standby power can account for 5%-10% (source: DOE) of a household's annual energy use. This is known as "phantom load" or "energy vampires".

Looking for Easy Alternatives to Unplugging Everything?

Unplugging every device isn’t always practical—but there are simple tools that can help reduce standby energy use without the hassle.

Use a Smart Power Strip:
Smart power strips let you turn off multiple devices at once with a single switch. Many advanced models can even detect when electronics are in standby mode and automatically cut power to save energy.

Try Smart Plugs:
Smart plugs allow you to control individual devices remotely, schedule on/off times, or monitor energy use—right from your phone.

Unplug When You’re Away:
Heading out of town for a few days? Unplugging devices completely is still the most effective way to reduce wasted energy while you’re gone.

Switching to LED light bulbs can significantly save energy and reduce costs, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and Department of Energy (DOE).

How Do LED Bulbs Save Energy and Reduce Costs?

Higher Efficiency:
LED bulbs use significantly less energy than traditional lighting. Instead of wasting energy as heat, LEDs convert most of their energy into light—using at least 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs.

Continued Technology Improvements:
LED performance has advanced rapidly over the last decade. Many ENERGY STAR®-certified LEDs now deliver 100+ lumens per watt, compared to just 13–18 lumens per watt from standard incandescent bulbs. That means more light for far less energy.

Longer Lifespan:
LEDs last up to 25 times longer than traditional bulbs. That means fewer replacements, reduced maintenance time, and less waste—benefiting both your wallet and the environment.

Unplugging Appliances and Electronics

Changing Lightbulbs