Making the switch to energy-efficient lighting can offer a variety of benefits for your home. From saving you money on your energy bill each month to improving the quality of light in your space, there are plenty of reasons to make the switch. Here at ASW Electrical, we know the value of energy-efficient lighting and how it can greatly benefit any household. In this blog post, we will discuss seven benefits of energy-efficient lighting that may convince you to make the switch!
Saving Money
In Australia, lighting makes up approximately 10% of the average household electricity consumption. One of the main reasons that lighting costs have been reduced over the past few years is because of the uptake of LEDs by households, with fewer consumers turning to incandescent or halogen light bulbs for their homes. Whilst LED lighting has greater upfront costs, in the long run, there are significant cost-savings from switching to energy-efficient lighting. By simply replacing 10 halogen or incandescent light bulbs with LED bulbs, the average household saves approximately $65 per year in energy costs.
Longer Lifespan
Another great benefit of LED bulbs is that they have a longer lifespan compared to traditional incandescent bulbs. While incandescent bulbs typically last around 1000 hours, LED bulbs can last for up to 100,000 hours. So, LED bulbs are able to last 5-10 times longer than traditional halogen bulbs. This means you will need to replace your lightbulbs less often, saving you time and money in the long run.
Improved Quality of Light
Energy efficient lighting also offers improved quality of light compared to traditional incandescent bulbs. LED bulbs emit a brighter, whiter light that is more pleasant to look at and this can help improve the appearance of your home.
Reduced Environmental Impact
As LED bulbs use up to 75% less energy than halogen bulbs, making the switch can help you reduce your energy consumption and save money. Making the switch to energy-efficient lighting is guaranteed to help reduce your carbon footprint and save energy. Also, as LED bulbs have a longer lifespan this means that there is less disposal of bulbs to landfills which reduces mercury contamination of the environment.
Increased Safety
Energy-efficient lighting can also increase safety in your home. LED bulbs are cooler to the touch than traditional incandescent bulbs, making them less likely to cause a fire hazard. They also generate very little heat, which makes them safer to use than traditional lightbulbs. Also, compact fluorescent lamp lighting contains small amounts of mercury and when these lamps are broken they can release mercury, which is both a health and environmental risk. So, switching to LED bulbs is one of the safest lighting options for your home!
Flexible Design Options
LED bulbs come in a variety of shapes and sizes, making them a versatile option for energy-efficient lighting. You can find LED bulbs to fit nearly any fixture, meaning you can make the switch without needing to replace any of your current lightbulbs.
Easy to Use
LED bulbs are easy to use and can be switched on and off with a standard light switch. There is no need to wait for the bulb to warm up as you do with some traditional halogen or incandescent bulbs, making them a quick and convenient option for your home. Some LED bulbs also come with a remote-control option which enables you to easily control the bulbs. For example, LED lights can be dimmed, which means you can adjust the brightness of your room to suit your needs.
