Tips to reduce your electricity bill in summer

Is there any way to lower my electricity bill? This is what you think when you receive an electricity bill every month in summer.  This blog will help you find out the ways to get rid of huge electricity bills in the summer.

 With the hot weather coming, you will have to run your air conditioner non-stop, raising your electricity bill. There are many ways to reduce your electric bill, from upgrading to energy-efficient appliances to turning off unused devices. Let's jump right into it without further delay.

How to avoid high Electricity Bill in Summers | Guidelines

Following are some of the ways that can help you in summer:

Find out Energy Leaks at your home

Make it a habit that when you leave a room, turn off all the lights and fan. This practice must accompany by unplugging all the electronics that are not being used such as mobile and laptop chargers, TV and other small appliances. Normally it has been observed that people don’t bother to turn off these small appliances which in the end results in higher electricity bills and causes frustration. This is what we can call Energy Leaks. If you succeed to prevent these energy leaks, it will certainly help you reduce your electricity bill easily. 

Fixing old and rusty electrical wiring

 

Have a look at the electrical wiring at your home. If it looks old and rusty, try to fix it. A lot of times we get careless about mending old wires or repairing corroded sockets. These small-looking things can also cause an increase in the electricity bill. Fixing these types of leaks with the help of an electrician can help you save on your electricity bills.

 

Controlling Electricity Usage during Peak Hours

In Pakistan, the peak hours of electricity are between 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. So, don’t use heavy-duty appliances like AC, washing machine, iron, water pump etc. which consume a lot of energy during these hours. Managing electricity usage during peak hours will result in a lower electricity bill.

 

Upgrading to Inverter Air Conditioners

An inverter air conditioner consumes between 40 and 60% less energy than a conventional air conditioner. Inverter ACs, however, cost more than normal ACs in the Pakistani market. Summer is when you can save money on your electricity bills by upgrading to such energy-saving appliances.

For those without inverter AC, you should set your thermostat at a comfortable temperature so that your units won't have to work too hard. Setting the thermostat between 24 and 26 degrees, Celsius is ideal.

Replace Normal Lights with LEDs

Another trick to save energy is replacing normal lights with energy-efficient LEDs. Compared to a normal bulb, LED bulbs consume less energy, and they make your room brighter. If you replace the regular lights in your home with LEDs, you'll save a lot of money.

Use Blinds and Curtains to Block the Sunlight

In order to prevent your home from overheating, you should use blinds and curtains. When the sun shines straight into your home and heats it up, close the curtains or close the blinds. As a result, your AC will cool your room more quickly.