Imagine your house sparkling in December; then, come January the bill stays low. Changing to smart, sustainable EverLights holiday light installation would not only save the planet but also keep your wallet plumper since energy prices are not heading down. But just what has changed exactly for 2025?
These days, LEDs are the bell of the ball first. Those old incandescent strands suck energy like a teen chugging Coke. LEDs consume up to 80% less energy by comparison. Ten strands of old-fashioned lights running for a month could break it down costing more than $70. Ten LED strands about $10, perhaps less. You will get there but use significantly less petroleum, just as you would from trading a muscle car for a bike.
Not just pick any LED from the cheap bin, though. Refer to the Energy Star mark. Running often up to 25,000 hours per bulb, these certified lights use less energy and last longer. Timers and smart plugs utterly transform everything. Grandpa forgot to turn on the switch, so ignore the lights glowing away at midday. Only when the sun hides does your lights show automatically. Some systems even synchronize with sunset, thus you are not illuminating the squirrels at 2 p.m.
Though it’s not often discussed, color is quite essential. While warmer LEDs use somewhat less energy, the real benefit is selecting a light pattern to use all year. Constant color changing gobbles use more watts than a show running continuously.
Who would not desire a fantastic show with a guilt free electricity bill? Energy efficient lighting in 2025 will be less about compromise and more about creating holiday memories without lighting your wallet thanks to smart picks, modern bulbs, and a little festive elbow sweat. Glow, then, but do it with pride and intention. Your wallet shows additional change for eggnog this year from the glitter.