Winter season is the month for cozy sweaters, hot chocolate, and also sky-high energy bills. These bills can become quite a pain when you just want to be cozy and comfortable, but what if we told you there are several ways you can lower your energy bills and still enjoy the comfort of modern heating? 

With a few small changes in your lifestyle, you can start lowering your bills in no time. Here are some quick and easy ways to make your winters even more pleasant.  

Traditional light bulbs are heavy on energy consumption, and they also waste a lot of energy. You can solve this problem by switching to energy saving light bulbs such as LEDs. These bulbs not only consume less energy but also have a much longer lifespan. Come Christmas time, you can deck your home with multiple LED Christmas lights without worrying about your energy bills. 

Layering up becomes second nature during this time of the year. But did you know that you can also layer up at home and reduce your energy bills? By simply switching to warmer clothes indoors, you won’t have to rely on your heating as much. This simple trick will help you enjoy comfortable warmth without any added costs. 

Dishwashers are one of the best modern appliances, but they can also consume a lot of energy. Make sure only to use the dishwasher when it's full to make the most out of its capabilities. You can also stop the dishwasher before the drying stage to let your dishes dry naturally. 

Who doesn’t love a warm cup of delicious coffee or tea? Make the most of your kettle during the winter to stay warm indoors without relying on heating. If you are feeling colder, there’s no better way to wind down with a nice herbal tea in the evening or a delicious hot chocolate before bed.

Vampire energy refers to the standby mode that most appliances go into. These appliances still keep consuming energy even though they are not currently in use. Make sure to turn off these appliances to avoid this sneaky source of energy waste. 

Just like the dishwasher, make the most out of your laundry machine but only use it when you have a full load. This way, you can make sure that this convenient appliance is energy efficient. 

Speaking of laundry machines, make sure to wash your clothing with cold water instead of hot. Heating up water consumes a lot of energy, so always choose cold water. Washing clothes with cold water is not only good for lowering energy, but it also makes your clothes last longer.

Natural light is not only great for the body, but it is also a great source of natural heat energy. In the mornings and afternoons, you can open up all the curtains in your home to let your house heat up naturally. To retain this heat, simply draw all the curtains and enjoy warmth and comfort.