Name: CGE Electrical & Communications
Address: Unit 1/51 Riverside Place, Morningside, QLD, 4170, AU
Telephone: +61733918778
Price range: $$
Rating: 5.0

Hot water & the bathroom

Take shorter showers to save water and power.
Install a AAA showerhead and save up to two thirds of hot water.
Set the hot water temperature between 60 and 65 degrees.
For children, set the temperature between 50 and 55 degrees to prevent burns.
Fix all leaking taps.
A solar panel could save up to 90% of your hot water bill on a sunny day.
Insulate external hot water pipes to prevent heat loss.
Use cold water whenever possible.

In the kitchen

Microwaves cook food faster than a standard oven using less electricity.
When cooking in a pot, cook with the lid on.
Make sure food is completely thawed before cooking.
When boiling water, only use the amount required.
Use an electric kettle rather than boiling water on the stove.
Only preheat the oven when required.
A pressure cooker can use half the energy of a standard oven.
Avoid opening the oven door while cooking — it drops the temperature each time.

Using your dishwasher

Fill up the dishwasher before using it.
Turn the dishwasher off before the drying cycle and open the door to air-dry.
Always try to use the economy cycle.
Rinse dishes with cold water before loading.

In the laundry

Don't overload the machine — it uses more electricity.
Wash clothes in cold water whenever possible.
Hang clothes outdoors to dry.
Make sure the lint filter is clean before using the clothes dryer.
Front loading washing machines are up to 15% more energy efficient than top loaders.

Keeping cool in summer

Set the air conditioner to around 23 degrees.
Keep blinds closed to keep the sun out, especially on north-facing windows.
Open the house to let in any cool breezes.
Ceiling fans are cheaper to run than air conditioners.
Roof insulation keeps heat out in summer and in during winter.
Keep all vents clean to save energy.

General energy saving

When buying electrical appliances, check the energy rating for efficiency.
Freezers cost more to run than fridges.
Switch appliances off at the wall rather than leaving them on standby.
Replace old globes with energy-efficient LED lighting.

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Energy saving tips for your home

Hot water & the bathroom

In the kitchen

Using your dishwasher

In the laundry

Keeping cool in summer

General energy saving

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