Things that reefers can do to help save themselves money

[michika]

1) Buy in bulk! Group buys are great for this.
2) Read and understand your utility bills - if you have peak hour billing be aware and consider adjusting your usage to save some cash.
3) Invest in a kill-a-watt meter and regularly check your system and consider upgrading or replacing your equipment.
4) Regular maintenance - do it. Prevention is cheaper then disaster clean up. I'd rather spend $0.10 on a rubber gasket then $10,000 on repairing my house.
5) Do your research on equipment and livestock purchases; check reviews and prices to make sure you're not being ripped off. In short understand the value of what you're looking to buy before you open your wallet.


I completely endorse monocus' comment on DIY as well. Its a huge cash saver especially when some of the largest cash savings come from a very small amount of work.