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David Cosseboom

David has been an integral part of some of the biggest utility sites on the internet, including InMyArea.com, HighSpeedInternet.com, BroadbandNow.com, and U.S. News. He brings over 15 years of experience writing about, compiling and analyzing utility data.

How to Save on Your Water Bill and Reduce Your Water Usage

By David Cosseboom

The average person uses around 3000 gallons of water a month and the average family uses around 9,000 gallons. All this adds up to around $83 per month for the average American family. Here are some tips to keep your water usage down and save money each month. Switch to Low Flow Shower heads The…

Tankless Water Heater Pros and Cons: Is It Worth the Switch?

By David Cosseboom

Weighing the upfront investment against long-term comfort and energy savings The promise of endless hot water is incredibly appealing, especially if you live in a busy household where the shower turns icy halfway through your morning routine. However, the price tag attached to on-demand units can be a major hurdle for many homeowners. You might…

Smart Ways to Reduce Your Gas Bill and Save Energy

By David Cosseboom

The average home in the United States spends around $80 a month on natural gas in 2022. With prices forecasted to increase next year, what are some simple ways to keep your gas bill down. Check Window and Door Seals Leaky windows and doors can let unwanted cold air into your home and warm air…

Smart Light Switches and Dimmers

By David Cosseboom

Smart light switches can be a great option to reduce your energy usage and save money on your electric bill. Smart light switches and dimmers are WiFi enabled switches that replace your current light switch to control the lights, remotely, throughout your home. They are also a great alternative to smart light bulbs. How Smart…

Smart Light Bulbs: Save Energy the Smart Way

By David Cosseboom

If you’re looking to save on your energy bills, switching to smart light bulbs could be a good option. They are simple and cost-effective which makes them a great entry into the realm of smart homes. You can control this LED light bulb wirelessly from any device that is connected to your network, like a…

10 Tips to Lower Your Electric Bill and Save Energy at Home

By David Cosseboom

Reducing your monthly energy consumption starts with a few simple habit changes and smart home upgrades Opening your utility bill during a peak usage month often leads to sticker shock, especially when rates are high. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average U.S. household consumes nearly 900 kWh per month, so finding ways…

How to Measure Electric Usage: Formulas, Monitors, and Whole-Home Audits

By David Cosseboom

Track your consumption to identify energy hogs and lower your monthly utility bills Understanding exactly where your power goes is the first step toward lowering your monthly bills and reducing your carbon footprint. Whether you are dealing with a surprisingly high statement or simply want to live more sustainably, measuring electric usage removes the guesswork…