Real Estate Investor Magazine South Africa December / Jan 2016 | Page 27

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for home energy savings
Swap out all incandescent and CFL bulbs for LEDs as they are 90% more efficient, contain no harmful gases, and can last up to 20 years!
Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) use 80% less electricity than ordinary light bulbs

Physically turn off appliance switches or at the wall (e.g. a TV or Hi-Fi), instead of leaving
them on stand-by

Cold water short wash cycles and rinse-only cycles on dishwashers and washing machines are designed for energy and water conservation.

Thick frost on chilling panels reduces a fridge and freezer’s cooling ability. If you do not have
a frost-free model, defrost your fridge or freezer when frost is between 0.6 cm and 1.3 cm thick.