Modern-day living can be quite a challenge compared to the old days. For one, the pace of life decades ago was slower - at work, in school, business, or the community. For another, the cost of living was lower - purchases, bills, taxes and other expenses. In short, people could do more household saving then than today. No wonder many people pine for the "good old days".

Today's ordinary household no longer runs in simple mode. Thanks to technology, there are many tools, equipments and appliances in the modern household that supports daily life. While these gadgets help maintain comfortable living, they can also use up a lot of resources in order to function - water, energy and, ultimately, money. Any household saving efforts seem futile in this case.

Thankfully, there are alternatives to costly living without necessarily giving up on the modern-day amenities. The secret is to identify the major sources of spending and implement some conscious reduction efforts. Commonly, the major sources of household bills are for electricity, water, and car expenses. Household saving can be achieved when these expenses are trimmed down to more reasonable levels.

Household Saving Tip 1: Save on Electricity

Electricity bills accrue because nearly all household tools use it. Below are some household saving tips to reduce electricity cost:

Switch off electrical equipments immediately after use.Use energy-saving lighting instead of conventional lighting.Use natural light or sun light as often as possible.Use solar -powered equipments.Wash dishes manually and skip the dishwasher.Hang washed clothes to dry in the sun instead of using the dryer.Open doors and windows to cool or heat the house, instead of relying too much in air conditioning and heaters.When using heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, use a thermostat to control indoor temperature.

Household Saving Tip 2: Manage Water Use Wisely

Water consumption at home is another major contributor to household expenses. Not only does the use of water impact the wallet, it also impacts water conservation efforts aiming to save this dwindling resource.

Turn off faucets after use.Regularly check the water lines for leaks or damages and repair as soon as possible.Don't let water flow continuously during hand-washing, shaving, teeth-brushing, or washing dishes.Manually wash dishes instead of using the dishwasher.Use low-flowing shower heads, taps or toilets.

Household Saving Tip 3: Reduce Car Expenses

Car maintenance and use can also put a drain on the household budget. It's time to take a look at ways to achieve household saving in car expenses.

Learn to change the car oil by yourself instead of paying a mechanic for it.Wash the car yourself. It's good exercise on your health and your wallet.Keep your car in good condition to avoid changing cars frequently.Use a car pool to go places, walk, or use a bicycle, to save on fuel costs.

Resource consumption should be conscientiously implemented as part of a daily household saving campaign. Every unit of water, fuel or electricity is precious in the face of the ever-increasing scarcity of these resources. Each household can do its share in saving money and resources with just a few of these simple steps every day.

About the Author

Bill Wight, CEO, Tribal Energies Research - our team is committed in exploring ways to bring green electricity to households in Australia and for the benefit of the environment. Read our blog for updates on cheap and green electricity.

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