I switched my light bulbs to the compact ones will this help my energy bill?
2007-06-18 05:38:46 · 13 answers · asked by Dawn 1 in Environment ➔ Other - Environment
yes your bill should be reduced greatly. good luck.
2007-06-18 05:42:25 · answer #1 · answered by delldude405 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, and thanks for caring enough to do so. I don't know which ones you purchased, but GE makes a really good product that saves electricity and cuts down your energy bill by about 7 dollars per light each year.
I think every one should switch to using these bulbs. Solar power would be awesome, but i think I'll get more people to convert to using the "smart choice" bulbs. :)
2007-06-20 20:37:30 · answer #2 · answered by snickers 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it will help a lot CFL reduce energy consumption, one more thing you can add, use the automation system so as there will be lighting in the area where there is human activity in your house, when u enter the lights will be on and when u leave the room lights will be off it will also save energy a lot, what u think?
2007-06-18 14:51:05 · answer #3 · answered by bharat s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, compact fluorescent lightbulbs (CFLs) only use approximately 20-25% the energy of incandescent lightbulbs. They also last 8-15 times longer.
2007-06-18 12:45:48 · answer #4 · answered by Dana1981 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's too soon to tell, the new bulbs don't last as long and they cost a lot more. The real problem with them is that they contain mercury and will release it into the water supply when you throw them away. Also, if you break one on your house you have a Haz-Mat emergency, and will not be allowed to live in your house until the EPA certifies the clean-up.
2007-06-18 13:00:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm so proud that someone is taking action! It should help you in saving energy, and you won't have to pay as much!
2007-06-18 13:16:27 · answer #6 · answered by Neonkttie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It helps to reduce your bills and it also helps to reduce the litter that cannot be burnt to be cleared away.
2007-06-18 12:52:33 · answer #7 · answered by ling 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I changed out my bulbs, and my checkbook and the environment have both benefited.
2007-06-18 12:47:59 · answer #8 · answered by qondor 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but it would be better to replace them as the old ones burn out.
2007-06-18 13:23:48 · answer #9 · answered by jdkilp 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i just switched last month so i dont have any hard data for you but yes it should help at least im hoping so
2007-06-18 12:49:52 · answer #10 · answered by snafu 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋