TOP ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
Nicholls highlights that being aware of your energy usage is key.
1. Know when to use appliances: Use your dishwasher and washing machine in off-peak periods if they apply to you.
2. Consider energy efficiency: When replacing old appliances, get the best rating possible.
3. Limit extra appliances: Consider oft-forgotten appliances, like back-up fridges. When not in use, turn them off.
4. Invest in an energy-reading device: Investigate government-funded devices to keep track of usage.
Also, when you look at your bill, you’ ve got a set charge, then you’ ve got peak and off-peak usage: if your time of usage changes throughout the year, your bill may go up.”
Next steps
Ultimately, at a time when every cent potentially makes a difference, engaging a service like compare & connect can be a big help.
“ Energy is one of those things that causes people financial stress, so I think it’ s a case of making the time,” says Nicholls.“ We’ ve made it simple, so time can mean five minutes – and that could save you hundreds of dollars per year.”
And with the partnership between Costco and compare & connect about to hit the 12-month mark, it’ s a great time to see if this service can help you.“ All members should watch out for our new deals and consider upgrading to Executive Membership for even greater rewards,” says Macquarie.
COSTCO CONNECTION
Visit Costco. compareandconnect. com. au to see if you can get a better deal on electricity, gas and broadband.