10 ways to lower your electricity bill
Simple, proven tips from our team — small changes that add up on every hydro bill.
Run it off-peak
With a smart meter, shift heavy use — laundry, dishwasher, EV charging — to off-peak hours (evenings and overnight) when time-of-use rates are lowest.
Install dimmer switches
Dimmers let you use only as much light as you need, cutting energy use and extending bulb life.
Keep the fridge & freezer full
Food acts as insulation, so a full fridge or freezer runs less to stay cold.
Switch to LEDs
LED bulbs use up to 90% less energy than incandescent bulbs. Start with your most-used fixtures, then replace the rest as they burn out.
Install ceiling fans
Circulating air means your air conditioner doesn't have to work as hard in summer.
Line-dry your laundry
Hang clothes outside and let Mother Nature dry them — your dryer is one of the biggest loads in the house.
Get a programmable thermostat
Set temperatures around when you're actually home — and when you're not.
Insulate behind outlets & switches
Foam gaskets behind exterior-wall outlets and switches stop cold or hot air leaking into your home.
Use smart power strips
Smart strips automatically cut power to plugs that aren't in use — goodbye, phantom loads.
Turn down the water heater
About 13% of a home's electricity goes to heating water. Set the tank to 54–60 °C (130–140 °F), add an insulation jacket, and insulate the first six feet of piping.
LED retrofits
Want the bigger savings? An LED retrofit pays back fast — ask us for an estimate.