Yet, many consumers falsely believe that energy saving light bulbs cost more money than standard light bulbs: while the initial purchase of energy saving light bulbs is a bit more costly, the fact that such light bulbs far out live the usage of standard light bulbs makes them more than worth the additional cost.

Using energy saving light bulbs does not affect the amount of light that is produced when they are used; consumers will get the same amount of light from an energy saving light bulb that a standard light bulb would produce.  Plus, energy saving light bulbs can actually last up to six years; almost ten times longer than standard light bulbs—providing a clear savings in energy and energy costs. 

Since consumers will not be required to change energy saving light bulbs very often, the time it takes to maintain energy saving light bulbs is minimal.  The fact that energy saving light bulbs last longer makes it easier on the consumer, especially if they don’t have to get a ladder the change light bulbs in the ceiling light fixtures of their home continually.