Reducing The Bill From Your Electricity Providers During The Holiday Season
Receiving a higher than expected electricity bill is a miserable experience that we all wish we could avoid. It is frequently after the holiday period that electricity bills skyrocket, due to the fact families are at home using electrical appliances and heating equipment more frequently and for longer periods of time than normally. This article will discuss five handy tips to reduce your electricity bill next holiday season.
1. Power outlet timers
Electric timers are small devices installed between your power outlet and the power cable of your appliance or other electrical device. You may be able to source these directly from electricity providers. The times allow you to manage during what times of the day, an electrical current is allowed to pass through to the attached electrical equipment. For example, you may wish to switch on a fan every day however it is not needed between 10pm and 10am, in this case a timer would work perfectly and could reduce your bill from your electricity provider.
2. Dress for the occasion
Not only will you look tremendous in your home-knit holiday sweater, it is a great and cheap alternative to constantly pumping the ducted heating in your home. Leave the thermostat a few degrees lower than you’d like, and warm up with a hot cup of tea and throw on your favourite holiday sweater. Your electricity provider will reward you with considerably lower bills.
3. Holiday Decorations
Although your holiday lights and decorations are fantastic, they can draw a significant current from your power mains. It is recommended that the lights are turned on only when they can be admired by your family and envious neighbours, such as between 6pm and 11pm. Electricity providers often release statistics demonstrating the huge costs that elaborate holiday lights and decorations can add to a electricity bill.
4. Cook Smart
Most holiday cooks will already know the tricks of the trade to cook those delicious holiday meals quickly and to perfection. You can also reduce the bill from your electricity provider by cooking smart. Why not pop the turkey and the ham in the same oven to save on power? Alternative you can time your meals so you can eat right after the food is ready, as opposed to leaving it in the oven for hours to keep warm while more food is prepared.
5. Ditch the Mattress Heaters
Although mattress heaters are a welcome comfort to a weary family member, they can add wasted dollars to your electricity provider bills and are a fire hazard if not used property or for purposes other than intended. Instead, add an extra blanket to your bed and take a hot water bottle with you on those especially cold winter nights.
By following these five easy tips, you can reduce your electricity provider bills without sacrificing the great holiday experience.
