CFL Light Bulbs

[willcastner]

Originally Posted by Cal

I've skipped over the CFLs and went right to LEDs. More expensive but safe and very energy sipping

The CFLs deffinatley have cost saving benefits but the hassles that come along with them can make them not worth it to some. The LEDs have the cost saving benefits, none of the hassel and last forever. Once the LED techknowledgy comes down in price to create a relistic payback period these bulbs with be the only way to go. You can see more and more cars with LED bulbs right from the factory so I don't think this is far away.

Will

[ApS]

Once again, Soundings magazine comes to the rescue of Rattlesnake Island.

The EmergiBulb doubles as a standard LED light bulb in AC mode and as a portable flashlight with a built-in lithium battery when switched to DC. Simply screw the bulb into a standard light socket and turn it on. If the power goes out, remove the bulb and slide the switch to turn it into a flashlight. Available in warm or bright light, it retails for $32. AE Light, Rogue River, Ore., (541) 471-8988. www.aelight.com

Put one in the crawl-space, too?

This is available from Amazon.com, so remember to cite http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/ when ordering.

ETA:

No surprise—at $28.57, Amazon.com is "out of stock"—but will still be taking orders.

[songkrai]

I don't see the cost savings of LED over Fluorescent.

I still have one fluorescent bulb that I purchased at Grossman's in Laconia.

[songkrai]

Got this from my other provider of electricity.

IMPORTANT NEWS ABOUT YOUR ELECTIC BILL

Because more customers are installing renewable energy systems such as solar and wind, and energy efficiency measure such as compact fluorescent light bulbs and refrigerator recycling, APS is allowed to implement a new charge to recover a portion of the fixed costs.

[dpg]

Originally Posted by songkrai

Got this from my other provider of electricity.

IMPORTANT NEWS ABOUT YOUR ELECTIC BILL

Because more customers are installing renewable energy systems such as solar and wind, and energy efficiency measure such as compact fluorescent light bulbs and refrigerator recycling, APS is allowed to implement a new charge to recover a portion of the fixed costs.

Nice...In the summer we drive more so gas goes up. In my hometown water usage goes up in the summer so does the rate. Screwed everywhere you turn.

[fpartri497]

Originally Posted by dpg

Nice...In the summer we drive more so gas goes up. In my hometown water usage goes up in the summer so does the rate. Screwed everywhere you turn.

hey we are Americans, we are supposed to get screwed

[Whimsey]

The energy savings of an LED over an incandescent light is enormous. And while some may point to a slight increase in energy overhead cost/kwh as more people conserve, not only will the overall cost be much less, but in the longer term, less new facilities to cover peak demand will be needed and capital costs will be lower. It's a no brainer.

Since Jan. 1st, instant coupons (sponsored by NH Saves...a coalition of NH energy suppliers) are available in Lowes, HD and many of the local hardware stores. The LED's, at $10 off each bulb, become pretty economic, not to mention they last more than 20 years and are the right thing for the planet.

$1 off each 1 – 3 pack of ENERGY STAR qualified CFL light bulbs
$3 off each 4 – 5 pack of ENERGY STAR qualified CFL light bulbs
$5 off each 6 – 9 pack of ENERGY STAR qualified CFL light bulbs
$10 off each pack of ENERGY STAR qualified LED light bulbs

[HellRaZoR004]

Originally Posted by Whimsey

The energy savings of an LED over an incandescent light is enormous. And while some may point to a slight increase in energy overhead cost/kwh as more people conserve, not only will the overall cost be much less, but in the longer term, less new facilities to cover peak demand will be needed and capital costs will be lower. It's a no brainer.

Since Jan. 1st, instant coupons (sponsored by NH Saves...a coalition of NH energy suppliers) are available in Lowes, HD and many of the local hardware stores. The LED's, at $10 off each bulb, become pretty economic, not to mention they last more than 20 years and are the right thing for the planet.

$1 off each 1 – 3 pack of ENERGY STAR qualified CFL light bulbs
$3 off each 4 – 5 pack of ENERGY STAR qualified CFL light bulbs
$5 off each 6 – 9 pack of ENERGY STAR qualified CFL light bulbs
$10 off each pack of ENERGY STAR qualified LED light bulbs

^^ pretty much sums it up. I however will stay away from CFLs, they are crap. Take too long to warm up (especially in the winter) and the flicker is awful. Dimming them can be hit or miss. LEDs by far are the best.

[Waterbaby]

Originally Posted by HellRaZoR004

^^ pretty much sums it up. I however will stay away from CFLs, they are crap. Take too long to warm up (especially in the winter) and the flicker is awful. Dimming them can be hit or miss. LEDs by far are the best.

My husband works at a Lowe's store, and they are getting ready to discount the incandescent light bulbs. I told him to stock up on them, I totally hate the CFLs because of the warm-up period and the horrid light they throw.............. Just call me old-fashioned, I don't care if the CFLs last 20+ years (and who is going to save the packaging and the receipt to prove it????????????), I just prefer the "regular" light bulbs.

[Belmont Resident]

Originally Posted by Waterbaby

My husband works at a Lowe's store, and they are getting ready to discount the incandescent light bulbs. I told him to stock up on them, I totally hate the CFLs because of the warm-up period and the horrid light they throw.............. Just call me old-fashioned, I don't care if the CFLs last 20+ years (and who is going to save the packaging and the receipt to prove it????????????), I just prefer the "regular" light bulbs.

Same here, every CFL light bulb we have ever bought has lasted only a fraction of the life expectancy and the 3-way bulbs are the worst.
We use them in lights that do not get used often which defeats the purpose.
Hopefully the LED lights come down in price soon.