Reason #10: Off doesn’t always mean off.Reason #9: AC is on while the windows are open.Reason #8: Unnecessary charging time for devices.Reason #6: Running appliances that are not filled to capacity.Reason #4: Your house is not properly insulated.Reason #3: Light bulbs that are not energy efficient.Reason #2: Lights and ceiling fans that are not used strategically in the home.The key to fixing a high electric bill is to check your electrical usage (written out in kWh) as electricity prices can go up and down, but the amount you consume can tell you how the things you’re doing are affecting the cost.
Getting to the bottom of an unusually high electric bill may seem tricky, but in reality, it may not be as challenging as we believe.