Here’s a great tip my wife told me about the other day. She heard it from a friend of ours in the professional insulation and energy conservation business.

One of the easiest ways we can help is by installing the new breed of energy-saving fluorescent light bulbs. Not only do these newer bulbs save energy by lowering the overall wattage consumed, they also last much longer; up to 7 years or more depending on the size and manufacturer. This tip guarantees you’ll get your money’s worth from every one of these energy-saving beauties.

Before installing, write the date you did so with a Sharpie on the bulb itself. So when the bulb goes out, and if it’s prior to the warranty date, simply take it back to the store and get a new one. Our friend told my wife he’s gotten hundreds of bulbs replaced for free by doing this. Hope this helps. Have a great day.