Caitlin Ritchie

Location

Charlotte, North Carolina

Expertise

Energy efficiency, Home maintenance, Hygge lifestyle

Caitlin's passion for energy efficiency has helped her reduce her home's utility bills through usage monitoring and simple energy-saving habits.
A mom to a young child, Caitlin is committed to toddler-proofing her home from top to bottom. She's also become skilled at repairing or repurposing broken home decor items as needed.
To unwind, Caitlin enjoys long walks in her neighborhood. She and her husband often discuss future home improvement projects inspired by the houses they see.

Experience

Caitlin began writing about the energy and home services industries in 2019, where she specialized in helping people find the best residential electricity plan based on their needs. Her work's focus started in the niche Texas deregulated energy market and expanded to include residential solar panels, EV chargers, energy-efficient upgrades, and more. Caitlin's writing has contributed to CNET, SaveOnEnergy, and The Fort Worth Star-Telegram. As a mom to a young child, Caitlin understands the need for home organization, child-safe spaces, and saving on monthly utility bills. Outside of writing, Caitlin enjoys a page-turning thriller, outings to the park, and, if possible, a long nap.

Education

Caitlin earned her bachelor's degree in English at the University of Georgia. She went on to receive her master's degree in English with a concentration in linguistics from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

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Stories By Caitlin Ritchie

Home Improvement

Home Improvement By Caitlin Ritchie

The Smart Upgrade Duo That May Help Lower Your Heating Costs In The Winter

Winter weather often means bone-chilling bills. Luckily, there are two home energy upgrades that work in tandem to keep you warm while lowering bills.
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Shopping

Shopping By Caitlin Ritchie

Declutter Old Electronics With Costco's Little-Known Trade-In Program

If your junk drawer is stuffed to the brim with old electronics, discover their value and trade them in for a shopping spree with Costco's trade-in partnership.
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DIY Home Decor

DIY Home Decor By Caitlin Ritchie

Save Leftover Scrap Wood To DIY The Cutest Mini Cutting Boards

Wood scraps going to waste in your shed or garage? This easy DIY is a great way to repurpose those scraps into decor that's both charming and functional.
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Repairs

Repairs By Caitlin Ritchie

How To Troubleshoot Flickering LED Lightbulb Issues

LED lightbulbs are more energy-efficient than standard bulbs, but that doesn't mean they work perfectly all of the time. Here's how to troubleshoot these bulbs.
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Repairs

Repairs By Caitlin Ritchie

Street Light Outside Your Home Just Went Out? Here's What You Can Do

It can be tricky to know who's responsible for an inactive street light and what you can do as a homeowner about it. Luckily, there are some basic rules.
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