{"id":324,"date":"2018-07-15T06:36:22","date_gmt":"2018-07-15T11:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.paenergyratings.com\/blog\/?p=324"},"modified":"2018-07-12T14:39:55","modified_gmt":"2018-07-12T19:39:55","slug":"easy-ways-slash-summer-pittsburgh-electric-cooling-bills","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paenergyratings.com\/blog\/easy-ways-slash-summer-pittsburgh-electric-cooling-bills\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Easy Ways to Slash Summer Pittsburgh Electric Cooling Bills"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Reducing your electricity use in Pittsburgh, PA can reduce your monthly bill. It\u2019s not that hard to do\u2014sometimes it\u2019s just requires the push of a button! <\/em><\/center><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

How can you slash your summer electricity bill in Pittsburgh, PA?<\/h2>\n

As the summer heat rises, so do your electricity bills. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects a 3% increase on electricity spending<\/a> this summer compared to 2017. So what can you do to slash your bill and make some savings? Let\u2019s take a look at five ways you can cut down on your energy rates<\/a> in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n

1. Cook outdoors and save money<\/h3>\n

When you cook inside, the heat puts a large drain on your air-conditioning system as it tries to combat the rise in temperature. A simple solution is to switch to the occasional cold meals, such as sandwiches or salads, and if you need to cook something, head outside! Save money on your energy rates<\/a> by firing up the grill and enjoying a hot meal in the comfort of your backyard!<\/p>\n

2. Wash and dry clothes during off-peak hours<\/h3>\n

Another way to save money on your electric bills is to run electricity-intensive appliances at night. Electric companies charge lower rates<\/a> during off-peak hours, so take advantage of this by running the washing machine and dryer during these times. Most of the energy for washing clothes<\/a> is used to heat the water. You can save even more money washing in cold water and then your hanging clothes out to dry in the sun.<\/p>\n

3. Unplug your electronics<\/h3>\n

Your TV, computer and game consoles go into standby mode<\/a> when they\u2019re off so they are still using electricity when they\u2019re plugged in. Unplug them when you\u2019re not using them, or if that\u2019s too much hassle, save on your energy bill<\/a> by plugging them into a power strip that you can turn off with a single switch when you go to bed at night. Less electricity running means less heating up in the house.<\/p>\n

4. Turn the AC off and your fans on<\/h3>\n

Air conditioners are convenient but expensive. Cut your electric bill<\/a> by running a fan instead. Fans don\u2019t reduce room temperature<\/a> but they help your body cool naturally. If you don\u2019t have overhead fans, you can use an oscillating fan with the windows open and start saving money right away.<\/p>\n

5. Close the shades and curtains<\/h3>\n

By keeping your shades, blinds or curtains down during the day you\u2019ll be keeping the sun from shining through the windows, which heats up the house very quickly. A very simple step, but it can help you make noticeable savings on your summer electricity bills<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Slash that cooling bill and save with PA Energy Ratings!<\/h3>\n

By implementing these five steps you can save on your electric bills and get the most out of your summer. And if you\u2019re looking for even cheaper Pittsburgh electricity rates, you can head over to https:\/\/www.paenergyratings.com\/electricity-rates<\/a> to learn more and compare plans.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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