Modern homes use a lot of electricity, and most homeowners don’t have a detailed understanding of their own energy usage. Even looking at your electric bill won’t necessarily help you understand what appliances are driving up your electric costs. At Mr. Electric of Madison, we offer professional installation of power consumption meters for homes in Madison and Sun Prairie, WI. An electric power consumption meter allows you to take charge of your home’s electricity usage so you can conserve energy and save money. Call us today to schedule a consultation to discuss your power meter consumption needs.
Devices Commonly Responsible for Energy Spikes
Certain home devices and appliances are responsible for the majority of your energy consumption. When you have a better understanding of these ‘energy vampires,’ it will be easier for you to manage and control your home’s energy usage - and lower your bills. Take a look at the top devices that might be responsible for spiking your home electric bills:
- Electric heating and cooling system
- Electric water heater
- Electric lighting systems
- Electric space heaters
- Window air conditioning units
- Portable swamp cooling units
- Refrigerator
- Washing machine
- Electric Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Electric hob or hot plate
- Electric kettle
- Extractor fan
- Television
- Electric ovens and stoves
- Electric pool and spa heaters
- Desktop computer
- Waterbed heater