In order to lower electric bills by being more energy efficient, think about where power is being used at the highest rate. Look to old refrigerators and air conditioning units as areas to save energy.

A common type of household circuit breaker that most people have in their home is the single pole breaker, which has a single switch. Learn more about double pole circuit breakers and ground fault circuit breakers in this free video on circuit breakers. Many are now looking forward to new technology: Smart circuit-breakers to aid in becoming even more energy efficient.