Other Ways to Save Money (Even Without Solar)

Other Ways to Save Money (Even Without Solar)

Look — Solar’s Powerful. But It’s Not the Only Play.

At Rebel Energy Systems, we’re all about helping homeowners save real money — not just selling solar panels.
Whether you go solar now or later, these quick moves can put extra cash back in your pocket starting today.

1. Clean the Coils on the Bottom of Your Fridge

✅ Why it matters:
When coils are dusty, your fridge works harder (and uses way more energy).

✅ How to do it:

• Unplug your fridge

• Pop off the bottom panel

• Use a coil brush or vacuum to clear the dust

✅ How often:
Every 6 months.

👉 It could cut your fridge’s energy use by up to 30%.

2. Replace Your HVAC Air Filter

✅ Why it matters:
A dirty filter forces your system to overwork — meaning higher bills and a shorter system life.

✅ How to do it:

• Check your filter size

• Grab a replacement (even a basic one is better than clogged)

• Swap it out

✅ How often:
At least every 90 days — more often if you have pets or allergies.

3. Set Your Thermostat to 78° in Summer / 68° in Winter

✅ Why it matters:
Every degree you dial down in winter or up in summer = real savings.

✅ How to do it:

• Set a baseline: 78°F cooling, 68°F heating

• Use fans in summer to help

• Use blankets or layers in winter

✅ The payoff:
Saving around 3–5% on energy bills for every degree of adjustment.

👉 Bonus: Get a smart thermostat and program it to adjust automatically while you’re out.

Small Moves. Big Impact.

Sometimes it’s not about one massive change — it’s about stacking small wins.
Solar is a major step, but even if you’re just getting started, these habits can build real momentum toward lower bills (and a lower footprint).

Ready to stack your savings even higher?
👉 See if solar + battery make sense for your home