High Electric Bill
Dear Resident,
Increases in the cost of electricity are closely tied to the rising cost of natural gas. That's because a significant portion of electricity generated in Texas is fueled by natural gas. In the last two years, natural gas prices have increased by over 100%. But electricity usage has the greatest impact on your bill.
For a home, higher seasonal usage is usually caused by electric heating and air conditioning equipment operating longer than usual. The more your heating and cooling system operates, the higher the energy usage, and the higher the bill. In the winter, heating equipment operates longer when we have cooler than normal temperatures. In the summer, both higher temperatures and humidity will cause your air conditioner to run longer. An easy way to reduce your home's energy usage, and bill, is to raise your thermostat in the summer and lower it in the winter.
How to Cut Heating Costs:
· Keep curtains and blinds open on sunny days to help heat the home. Close them at night to keep heat inside.
· Keep the fan switch on central heating systems set to AUTO instead of ON.
· Set the thermostat at 70° or lower. If you'll be away from home for several days, you can save money by setting it as low as 55°.
· Lower the thermostat at night and use an electric blanket.
· During colder months, a humidifier makes the air feel warmer so you can be comfortable with less heat.
How to Cut Cooling Costs:
· Set the thermostat at 78°.
· Each degree below 78° equals a 9% increase in your cooling bill.
· Set the thermostat higher before going to work. It could save you as much as 25% versus keeping the home cool all day.
· Close the curtains or blinds. Sunlight can increase the demand on your air conditioner by almost 30%.
Attached you will find more energy saving tips and energy estimator results. It is estimated that your electric bill can range on average from $233.00-$286.00 monthly. Some months may be higher or less than others. Detailed results are attached about your specific apartment floorplan.
We hope you find this information helpful. If you have any questions, please contact our office.
Sincerely,
The Arbors of Central Park
817-540-1131
Increases in the cost of electricity are closely tied to the rising cost of natural gas. That's because a significant portion of electricity generated in Texas is fueled by natural gas. In the last two years, natural gas prices have increased by over 100%. But electricity usage has the greatest impact on your bill.
For a home, higher seasonal usage is usually caused by electric heating and air conditioning equipment operating longer than usual. The more your heating and cooling system operates, the higher the energy usage, and the higher the bill. In the winter, heating equipment operates longer when we have cooler than normal temperatures. In the summer, both higher temperatures and humidity will cause your air conditioner to run longer. An easy way to reduce your home's energy usage, and bill, is to raise your thermostat in the summer and lower it in the winter.
How to Cut Heating Costs:
· Keep curtains and blinds open on sunny days to help heat the home. Close them at night to keep heat inside.
· Keep the fan switch on central heating systems set to AUTO instead of ON.
· Set the thermostat at 70° or lower. If you'll be away from home for several days, you can save money by setting it as low as 55°.
· Lower the thermostat at night and use an electric blanket.
· During colder months, a humidifier makes the air feel warmer so you can be comfortable with less heat.
How to Cut Cooling Costs:
· Set the thermostat at 78°.
· Each degree below 78° equals a 9% increase in your cooling bill.
· Set the thermostat higher before going to work. It could save you as much as 25% versus keeping the home cool all day.
· Close the curtains or blinds. Sunlight can increase the demand on your air conditioner by almost 30%.
Attached you will find more energy saving tips and energy estimator results. It is estimated that your electric bill can range on average from $233.00-$286.00 monthly. Some months may be higher or less than others. Detailed results are attached about your specific apartment floorplan.
We hope you find this information helpful. If you have any questions, please contact our office.
Sincerely,
The Arbors of Central Park
817-540-1131