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Energy Efficient Tips

18 September 2020

Energy Efficient Tips

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At O'Brien, we are committed to saving you money when it comes to your power, heating and water bills. Start today, save tomorrow!

O'Brien Electrical Check List

 Change over to energy efficient light bulbs.
 Turn your lights down to the low setting, have a dimmer installed,
or turn them off all together.
 Install motion detectors in areas like hallways and bathrooms.
 Turn your appliances off at the wall when not in use.
 Install a heated towel rail timer, or when not in use turn the heated towel rail off.
 Ensure all curtains cover the window to minimise heat loss, thermal backed curtains are best.
 Up to 33% of your heat can be lost through the ceiling, walls and floors – fill any gaps where
cables or pipes exit an external wall to help keep the heat in.
 Install a heat pump – they are four times more energy efficient than plug in heaters.
 Use a thermostat and timer on heaters.
 Make sure your dryer is vented to the outside.
 Make sure the seals on your fridges and freezers are good.
 Install an extractor fan in bathrooms and kitchens to tackle dampness
 Use a ceiling fan to push trapped heat down from the ceiling, this will also help keep you cool in
summer
 Install motion and daylight sensor lights outside your home, saves power and is good for security

O'Brien Plumbing Check List

 Defrost your freezer – it will run more efficiently.
 Fix dripping taps inside and outside the home.
 Make sure the temperature of your hot water is 55 degrees at the tap.
 Turn the hot water cylinder off if you are going away for more than one week.
 Install a RHEEM 24/7 Continuous Flow Water heater, 7 Star energy efficient rating.
 Reduce the amount of time spent in the shower.
 Install a water saving shower head if your shower fills a 10L bucket in less than 60 seconds.
 A shower is more efficient than a bath because it uses less water.
 Keep your bathroom door closed to prevent moisture spreading throughout your house.
 Use cold water to wash your clothes.

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