Saturday, June 22, 2013

Ways to reduce power bill in summer

Electricity/Current usage is high during summer that’s a known fact. But of course there are certainly some ways that we can reduce our electricity bill.


 First and foremost tip is to make sure you turn off all lights and fans when you leave to work


 Turn your refrigerator's thermostat little by which you would not notice much change in the cooling effect but it can slow down your electricity meter.


 If you have AC on, rather than trying to cool the room as low as possible it is better to set temperatures anywhere between 73°F to 79° F, which would give room temperature(75° F) and is enough to stay out of  heat effect.


Also when AC is on, keep all doors and windows shut and avoid sun exposure to the room (During daytime).
At nights actually temperature drops and we would not need AC. So, try setting the timer to shut it off at 3AM or 4AM
At least it will not run at unnecessary times. For those who needs AC for the whole night could set the AC in auto mode.


 Try taking bath with normal water instead of hot water. This way heater works less so the bill.
It will be bit difficult in the beginning but feels good and better as you continue doing this (Just for summer).


Contact your electricity service people if they have any plans for summer period alone and also you look up their tips for reducing electricity usage during summer
If you are using reliant they have a Degrees of Difference program which will help you in saving few dollars.