When considering how to save money on electricity there is more to consider than just the cost per unit.
Sure the cost per unit contributes to what you pay but there is more to consider.
I'm talking about efficiency here...
Whenever you use electricity you are paying for the function that you want plus the inefficiency of the appliance.
All appliances produce waste heat as a byproduct of whatever function they are providing e.g anything with an electric motor produces just as much heat as mechanical energy. They are generally only around 50% efficient!
But what if you are trying to produce heat? Electric heaters are usually close to 100% efficient because the waste produced is actually useful i.e. heat. However the inefficiency comes in keeping the heat in your home rather than letting it escape by conduction through the fabric of the building or as hot air through openings.
Consider having your home insulated including the roof and walls. Think about energy efficient windows. These measures will save you energy on and money. You will also reduce the damage to the planet by CO2 production.
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