It goes without saying that saving money on the electricity bill every month is a huge priority for almost everyone. With the surge of green energy conservation guides, tips and news online, there really is a plethora of information on how to reduce your energy consumption. Here are a few simple tips to start saving immediately.

• Proper insulation in your home is essential to retaining temperatures and not wasting energy cooling or heating your home. This process should include all windows and doorways, crawl spaces, walls and even your garage door—an often overlooked area where precious energy can leak out. Your local Lowe's offers insulation instructions and materials so that you can save on installation costs.
• Use Compact Fluorescent Light (CFL) Bulbs throughout your home. CFL's use about 75 percent less energy than traditional light bulbs, and last more than 10 times longer. The initial cost is a bit more expensive, but you'll more than make up for that in what you save on electricity annually.
• Switch out your aplliances with Energy Star® approved items. Energy Star® products are labeled by the U.S. Envirnomental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy as being energy efficient, so it's very likely you'll save money and energy by switching. Products include everything from dishwashers to more efficient water heaters.
• Make a conscious effort to turn off lights after exiting rooms. It's an easy habit to settle into, and only using lighting that is essential for specific tasks will help ease your energy dependency.
• Texas residents are fortunate to live in a mostly deregulated electricity state, which means if you live in a fully deregulated area you can switch, compare and transfer your electricity service, and find the company that helps you save the most money.