30 June 2016
If the winter cold is biting at your pocket, there’s a way to save money without the need for anything extra! Get a car insurance quote from OUTsurance.
Winter is officially upon us. There’s something about this season that simply requires more. We wear more, heat more and even eat more! What does this mean for your pocket? Making it through the chilly season isn’t cheap, but that doesn’t mean saving is impossible! Here are some great ideas to save a little cash this winter.
Clothing:
- Layer, layer, layer. You can save money on heating costs just by layering your clothing or adding an extra blanket or two to your bedding.
- A clothes dryer is one of the most energy hungry appliances, so when you’re doing laundry try to use it sparingly. This will save you a handful of cash.
Heating:
- Nothing racks up an electricity bill like an electric heater or air conditioner. If at all possible, make a fire instead of using an electric heater. Use hot water bottles instead of electric blankets. Saving energy is possibly the best way to save money in the winter time.
- We can’t get away from using electricity entirely, but we can try to use energy efficient appliances and light bulbs. The initial cost might be higher but you’ll save in the long run.
- A great money saving investment is a solar geyser. South Africa is fortunate to have a lot of sun even during winter in most parts of the country. A solar geyser will help cut winter costs and save you money all year round. Remember to add your solar installation to your home and contents insurance policy.
- Keep the warmth in by making sure your doors and windows seal properly when closed. Home maintenance such as this can also save you money on your home insurance in the future.
Eating:
- Plan meals using seasonal and local foods. You’ll save money simply because you won’t be paying out of season or import prices. Foods that are in season will also be the fresher and more nutritional options which will help fight the flu and save you a little extra on medical expenses.
- According to energycalculator.com, an average modern stove top will use around 1500 watts per hour, making it one of the most energy draining household appliances. Cooking in bulk could save you a great deal of electricity. With South Africa in the top ten countries that pay the most for electricity, there’s real saving value in cooking for a few meals at a time.
If the winter cold is biting at your pocket, there’s a way to save money without the need for anything extra! Just call 08600 60 000 to get a car insurance quote from OUTsurance. If we can’t save you money on your car insurance premium every month, we’ll give you R400 … either way, it’s a little extra to keep you warm, afford a few movies to curl up to, or a warming winter treat at your local restaurant.