Introduction:

The increasing use of air conditioners and coolers during the sweltering summer heat leads to greater power costs. We use these machines around the clock to remain cool during the terrible heat waves since they are so essential to our way of life. It goes without saying that utilising ACs for lengthy periods of time can be expensive. What can you do, then, to prevent your power bill from draining your finances?

We'll talk about minimising the impacts of the summer heat and lowering power costs in this blog.

Efficient ways to lower electricity costs this Summer

Some of the most often asked questions throughout the summer are "How to conserve electricity?" and "What are the strategies to save power during summers?" These are five strategies to lower your power costs in 2023.

COLORISE YOUR ROOF:

In Pakistan, the summer months bring with them unjustified extended load shedding periods. Painting your roof white is one of the best methods to resist load shedding. The inside temperature of your home is cooled when your roof reflects sunlight. If your roof is covered with black tar, the heat inside the home will be trapped, producing an oven-like effect. Naturally, this results in increased interior heat.

You will need to operate the air conditioner for a longer amount of time to attain the ideal temperature if your home's roof receives direct sunlight. It has been found that painting the roof white reflects around 90% of sunlight and lessens the heat that results, maintaining a consistent temperature indoors and out.

UNPLUGGING THE OUT-OF-USE APPLIANCES:

Turning off unused equipment is another efficient summertime method for lowering power costs. Not only should you turn off your TV, but you should also disconnect it. After usage, all chargers, electronics, computers, and appliances should be unplugged. Despite the fact that this knowledge is generally recognised, few individuals still put it into practise. In addition to being lazy, one of the main causes is that disconnecting equipment doesn't save much money. You are paying additional money for something that you did not even utilise, if you think at it that way. Even if we have the extra money available, we should be mindful of our limited resources.

Examine equipment that consumes more energy:

Employ a competent electrician to examine your home and determine which area is using more energy and why. Those who have lived in the same home for a long time are inclined to neglect fixing worn-out wiring and rusted sockets. These modest yet necessary electrical devices need extra energy. Fix the leaks if you want your house to be energy efficient. Your power costs will go down and the procedure will cost less.

USE APPLIANCES AFTER BUSINESS HOURS:

You can see a schedule on your utility bill. The time periods when the metre runs normally and when it runs quicker are suggested by this table. You have to make an effort to benefit from the times when the metre runs normally. At these times, avoid using heavy equipment like the vacuum cleaner, iron or washing machine. Charge electronics at this time.

WISELY CHOOSE YOUR AIR CONDITIONER:

Make sure you get the right air conditioner when you go to buy one. The machine you pick need to be the most appropriate for your space. The idea that a huge air conditioner would chill the space more quickly is a prevalent one. A properly sized air conditioner helps chill your space while also lowering your power costs. Buildings in Pakistan are typically inadequately insulated. Also, the summer season lasts for more than half the year. So, choosing the proper AC will result in cheaper power costs. Before making any purchases, do extensive research to determine which brand and size are ideal for you.

MACHINES THAT USE A HIGHER LEVEL OF ELECTRICITY:

Some devices use more electricity than their equivalents. For instance, energy-efficient desktop computers utilise roughly 100 watts whereas laptops use about 50 watts. The display also uses an additional 50 watts of power. Because they consume less power than desktop computers, laptops are therefore favoured over them at work and at home. Similar to front-loading washing machines, top-loading washing machines use more power. Also, while purchasing an appliance, we shouldn't just focus on the cost. The operating expenses of the appliance during its whole lifespan should also be taken into account. The price of the appliance plus the cost of fuel or energy to operate it make up the lifespan cost. The price of maintenance is also included.