so be sure to check with your states water website for deals and specials. Another great idea is to consider investing in newer water efficient appliances. Things like dishwashers and washing machines have come a long way in recent years, so if you are like me and running an early 90's washing machine -- perhaps the upfront investment of a new machine would repay itself within the year with the water savings? Electricity bills The key to saving money on electricity bills is better household planning. Look to ensure that all of your household lighting is using energy efficient light bulbs, you know the god ugly ones that take 5 minutes to warm up? Well those little bulbs can cut your lighting costs by over 50% over the course of a year. Another idea is to resist the use of lighting. How often do we put a light on when in the bathroom when really it isn't that dark? Look to change your habits and make it a game for the family -- who can avoid touching a light switch the longest? Also, when it comes to electricity, our heating and cooling of a house can quickly sky rocket the bill. Look to use fans and natural breezes in the summer, while insulating and wearing warmer clothes in winter to avoid the over usage of heating/cooling systems. Home phone, mobile and internet bills Let me get straight to the point. With the amount of mobile phones we now have in