Hey Guys I been away for a few years but I once again had a few questions.
I live in South Texas and use about 1800kwh - 2400kwh depending what part of the year we are in. I was thinking about getting a grid tie system but noticed that I do use about 60-80kwh a day and If I wanted to off set most of it it would have to be a huge system.
What can I do to conserve power besides the things I have done already. All the changes I have done were in the past few months so my usage is as stated above.
I installed the following.
Replaced most 100 watt bulbs with 16 cfl bulbs rated at 20 watts. Still have around 15 or so 60 watt floodlight style lights in house needing replacement which I will try to buy this week end.
Installed a 45 watt CFL outdoor light to replace my 100 watt back yard light.
Installed a supposedly efficient 12k btu Mini Spit unit in my bedroom, its rated at 950 watts and I try keeping it at 75 degrees. Mini split runs from 8PM to 8AM weekdays and a little more on week ends.
During the night i put my (Year 2007) 5 ton central air at 78 degrees to prevent it from running long hours. It stays around 78 degrees from 8PM to about 3 pm which then goes to 76 for remainder of the day. Would it be a bad idea to set it to 80 degrees or would that make my unit run longer to cool house?
Could the central air unit need replacement to a newer efficient model? I think its a 5 ton seer 13 and uses the 410 Freon.
I added a patio in the rear of house with a 24x30 feet roof which shades the rear windows from sun coming in directly.
Just called the power company and got a lower rate, I think I was at 14 cents and got my contract done a few minutes ago at 11.3 cents per kw. That should be a good savings again.
Things I could do. Just unsure what would benefit me.
Install a 7kw grid tie system.
Add solar screen to my 6' x 15' front window. Last quote was crazy high like $600 or $900 for that window alone.
Lower temperature on my water heater. I was just looking for a knob but unsure if to remove some covers on the unit. I rather ask first lol.
Replace central air unit with a more efficient unit.
I have 3 tvs 50 or 55 inch that are rated at 300 watts, should I replace them?
Replace my cheap washer and dryer, maybe 5 years old.
I went crazy typing so sorry for my grammar. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
I live in South Texas and use about 1800kwh - 2400kwh depending what part of the year we are in. I was thinking about getting a grid tie system but noticed that I do use about 60-80kwh a day and If I wanted to off set most of it it would have to be a huge system.
What can I do to conserve power besides the things I have done already. All the changes I have done were in the past few months so my usage is as stated above.
I installed the following.
Replaced most 100 watt bulbs with 16 cfl bulbs rated at 20 watts. Still have around 15 or so 60 watt floodlight style lights in house needing replacement which I will try to buy this week end.
Installed a 45 watt CFL outdoor light to replace my 100 watt back yard light.
Installed a supposedly efficient 12k btu Mini Spit unit in my bedroom, its rated at 950 watts and I try keeping it at 75 degrees. Mini split runs from 8PM to 8AM weekdays and a little more on week ends.
During the night i put my (Year 2007) 5 ton central air at 78 degrees to prevent it from running long hours. It stays around 78 degrees from 8PM to about 3 pm which then goes to 76 for remainder of the day. Would it be a bad idea to set it to 80 degrees or would that make my unit run longer to cool house?
Could the central air unit need replacement to a newer efficient model? I think its a 5 ton seer 13 and uses the 410 Freon.
I added a patio in the rear of house with a 24x30 feet roof which shades the rear windows from sun coming in directly.
Just called the power company and got a lower rate, I think I was at 14 cents and got my contract done a few minutes ago at 11.3 cents per kw. That should be a good savings again.
Things I could do. Just unsure what would benefit me.
Install a 7kw grid tie system.
Add solar screen to my 6' x 15' front window. Last quote was crazy high like $600 or $900 for that window alone.
Lower temperature on my water heater. I was just looking for a knob but unsure if to remove some covers on the unit. I rather ask first lol.
Replace central air unit with a more efficient unit.
I have 3 tvs 50 or 55 inch that are rated at 300 watts, should I replace them?
Replace my cheap washer and dryer, maybe 5 years old.
I went crazy typing so sorry for my grammar. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
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