Have you noticed a spike in your electricity bills this winter? The problem might be lurking in your walls or your appliances! Some of the most common culprits behind sky-high electricity bills include:
- Overusing appliances. Electrical contractors in Montgomery County, PA, know that your washing machine, dishwasher, and oven are three of the biggest energy-zappers in your home. Try to maximize each individual use of these major appliances every time you turn them on. For example, don’t run your washing machine unless you already have a full load of laundry ready to go and consider devoting a single day to meal prepping to save both time and energy during the week.
- Pushing appliances past their age of retirement. Are your appliances more than 30 years old? They may be running inefficiently due to old and faulty wiring. Swap out old appliances with Energy Star rated appliances for an instant cut to your electricity bill.
- Leaving your chargers in the wall. Most of us leave our cell phone, laptop, and tablet chargers plugged into the wall without thinking. However, these chargers still use and draw energy, even when we aren’t charging our devices. Make a habit of unplugging your chargers after you’ve finished powering up!
If you’ve tried to correct your high electricity bills in the past but can’t seem to locate the root of the problem, you should consult with a certified electrical inspection agency. A-1 Electric is an independent third party electrical inspection, repair, and underwriting service local to the Philadelphia area. From residential re-wiring to parking lot lighting installation in Montgomery County, our team of electricians can handle every electrical woe you encounter. Give our team a call today at 800-401-6114 or browse our website to schedule an appointment for your free estimate.
