This is the second part of the Save Money on Lighting series.

Replace the Big Five of Light Bulbs and Fixtures
If you have a very tight budget, you can enjoy the greatest savings on your utility bills by replacing the Big Five. These are the most used lights at your home: light bulbs and fixtures in your kitchen’s ceiling, bathroom mirror, outdoor post or porch, as well as the lamps or lighting source for your living room floor and table. If you can’t replace all the lighting bulbs in fixtures in your whole house, make sure you replace at least the Big Five.

Automate as Much as Possible
Many homes suffer from high utility bills simply because most people in the house forget to turn off lights when they’re not in use. And although you can post as many reminders as you want all around you house, you can’t completely guarantee that these will be strictly followed. To ensure that you’re not wasting money by wasting energy on lighting, you can use lights that switch off automatically when a door closes or any other specified action is made. They may cost more in terms of installation, but think about how you’ll be reaping its rewards for a lifetime!

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