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Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs : ENERGY STAR
I have converted about 75% of my home with CFL bulbs. I have been replacing the older incandescent type bulb with these guys over the last 5 years or so. I have never had to replace a CFL bulb yet as they say that they should last 5-10 years each.
My local electric company is currently providing a $4.00 off in-store coupon if you purchase a 4 pack. A 4pack retails for $9.99 ($2.50 each), but with the 40% off coupon my cost per item is reduced to $1.50 each! I loaded up today with several packs. Check and see if your local utility is also offering it.
Even w/o the 40% discount, these are a good buy. Is anyone else here using these oddly shaped guys? What has been your experience with them?
<H4>ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs:
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- ENERGY STAR qualified bulbs use about 75 percent less energy than standard incandescent bulbs and last up to 10 times longer.
- Save about $30 or more in electricity costs over each bulb's lifetime.
- Produce about 75 percent less heat, so they're safer to operate and can cut energy costs associated with home cooling.
- Are available in different sizes and shapes to fit in almost any fixture, for indoors and outdoors.
I have converted about 75% of my home with CFL bulbs. I have been replacing the older incandescent type bulb with these guys over the last 5 years or so. I have never had to replace a CFL bulb yet as they say that they should last 5-10 years each.
My local electric company is currently providing a $4.00 off in-store coupon if you purchase a 4 pack. A 4pack retails for $9.99 ($2.50 each), but with the 40% off coupon my cost per item is reduced to $1.50 each! I loaded up today with several packs. Check and see if your local utility is also offering it.
Even w/o the 40% discount, these are a good buy. Is anyone else here using these oddly shaped guys? What has been your experience with them?