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7 Tips To Stay Safe During Unexpected Power Outages

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Power outages can be frustratingly inconvenient, but it can’t be helped especially during natural calamities. On the other hand, if the power goes out all the time even when there’s no typhoon or anything like that, maybe it’s time you consider switching to a better energy provider. You can find other electricity retailers here in Singapore with the help of BillCheap . All you have to do is type in how much energy you use and your average monthly bill, and then you’ll be able to compare energy deals from different provider in order to get the best one for you Meanwhile, to keep you and your family safe during unexpected power outages, here are some tips that can help you. 1.       Avoid Downed Power Lines This is especially dangerous if it has been raining since we all know water and electricity don’t mix. So whenever you see downed power lines, always assume they’re energize, keep your distance from it and call your energy provider’s hotline as they’d know how to handle

Top 11 Eco-Friendly And Cost-Cutting Tips On Utilities

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If you could help the environment while saving money in the process, wouldn’t you want to give it a shot? Here are some ways that can really help in this endeavor, when you see how much you can save and how it can also make you feel better in some ways, you might want to keep this up permanently instead of just testing if you can do the challenge. 1.       Change Your Light Bulbs Still using old school lightbulbs in your home? Time to get rid of them! Switch to CFL bulbs which consume way less energy but provide the same amount of light for much longer time! 2.       Insulation Hundreds of thousands of dollars in energy costs are lost each year by escaping heat and cold air in homes without proper insulation. Get some inexpensive insulation from your local home improvement store and cover up all those areas where heat or air conditioning might escape. 3.       Programmable Thermostat Don’t you find it wasteful to let the heater or air-conditioning running when

Top 5 Myths When It Comes To Switching Energy Providers

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Most often than not, people absent-mindedly rely on the same energy provider for years despite their discontent with the service. It can be because they’re too busy to look into their options or they didn’t know that they actually have options. But the most common reason is that there are a lot of misconceptions about it that keep people reluctant about switching provider. Time to get those myths straightened out and enjoy better energy provider! 1.       It Takes A Lot Of Time To Process People nowadays are busier than ever. So, if they think something will take too much time and affect their schedule, they’ll surely hesitate to do it even if it seems necessary at that time. However, for something like this where it cost you money every month it’s important that you consider it carefully. More importantly, in this modern time, online sign-up process in most energy provider will only take 2-minutes. Looking for a better provider will only take them same amount of time, gi

6 Tips To Save Energy When Using Your Computer And Laptop

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Computers and laptops are now a part of everyday living whether we like it or not. However, you don’t have to suffer from skyrocketing bills every month because of them too. Here are some tips that can help you save energy while enjoying the convenience of technology in our daily life. 1.       Think Small Are you still using desktops whether at home or at work? Time to switch to a laptop! This will be more energy saving for you because desktops consume more energy compared to laptops. 2.       Upgrade On the other hand, if you’re already using laptops, you might wanna consider upgrading to a newer and more energy-efficient version of it. This way you’re not only treating yourself with a gadget upgrade but you could also be helping the planet at the same time. Speaking of upgrade, if you’re having issues with the services you’re paying at inflated price and on time, then time to look for a better energy provider too! You don’t have to settle with an electricity suppli

Top 10 Ways To Lower Your Energy Bill At Home

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Energy-saving initiatives are now everywhere since it’s becoming obvious that the global environment is no longer the same as it used to be and that it could use a little help from people. But more than the global impact that this could do, it’s evident to that finding out the best ways to save power on an individual level is more beneficial for us when it comes to cost-cutting. If you could help the environment while saving money in the process, wouldn’t you want to give it a shot? Here are some ways that can really help in this endeavor, when you see how much you can save and how it can also make you feel better in some ways, you might want to keep this up permanently instead of just testing if you can do the challenge. 1.       Look For A Better Electricity Provider If you’re having issues with the services you’re paying at inflated price and on time, look for a better provider. You don’t have to settle with an electricity supplier here in Singapore that doesn’t meet y