How to reduce electricity bill in this heat? The electricity company itself suggested the solution.

How to Reduce Electricity Bill: Due to increase in electricity consumption in summer, the electricity bill becomes higher, but by adopting some methods the bill can be reduced. According to Central Region Electricity Distribution Company, a research has proved that setting the temperature of AC at 27 degrees can reduce the electricity bill by 30 percent. According to research, every one degree increase in temperature reduces the energy of split AC by 6 percent.

According to Central Region Electricity Distribution Company, electricity bill is an increased cause of concern during summer due to continuous running of air conditioners, but by using air conditioners wisely, you can reduce it to a great extent. The most important among the suggestions issued by the electricity distribution company is that the AC should be run at a high but comfortable temperature.

misunderstanding among consumers
Research by various agencies has proved that by setting the AC temperature to 27 degrees Celsius, electricity bills can be reduced by 30 percent. In fact, it is a common misconception to reduce the temperature to 18 degrees Celsius to cool the room instantly, while the time taken to reduce it to 27 degrees Celsius remains the same. Whether you set the AC temperature to 18 or 27 degrees Celsius. However, when you set a lower temperature the compressor has to work extra hard to reduce the room temperature. This results in higher bills.

Even if you switch off the AC within a few minutes after setting the thermostat to 18 degrees, the temperature will rise rapidly due to the expansion of cold air through various leaks, rendering your effort in vain.

Be sure to run ceiling spread also
Experts say that if you set the thermostat at 27 degrees Celsius and the timer for 2 hours and also run the ceiling fan. It usually maintains a comfortable temperature for good sleep. Therefore, act wisely and set the AC at 27 degrees. Make sure to run the ceiling fan at one or two points. By doing this the electricity bill can be reduced.

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