As winter approaches, the demand for hot water increases in almost every home. With it, the use of geysers increases and the electricity bill also jumps. Many people believe that running more geysers will increase the bill—but if you follow the right method, you can easily control your electricity consumption. Some small precautions and smart techniques can help you reduce your monthly electricity bill significantly.

Use smart plugs and timers

Many times, people leave the geyser running for a long time, which wastes a large amount of electricity. Using a timer or smart plug will turn the geyser on and off at a specific time. According to experts, turning on the geyser 15-20 minutes before taking a bath in the morning is enough. Turn it off immediately after finishing work—you will see that the electricity bill will be reduced a lot.

Why is it important to set the right temperature?

Many people set the temperature higher than necessary, resulting in excess electricity consumption. According to experts, a temperature of 50-55 degrees Celsius is ideal for household use. This provides enough hot water and the geyser does not have to take extra pressure. As a result, electricity is also saved and the life of the geyser is also increased.

Why is it important to buy a geyser with a high BEE rating?

If you are planning to buy a new geyser, you should definitely buy it by looking at the BEE (Bureau of Energy Efficiency) rating. BEE is India’s national organization for energy conservation and energy efficiency, which identifies how efficient the energy use of appliances is through star ratings. Generally, a 4-star or 5-star geyser means that the model is able to do more work with very low electricity consumption.

A geyser with a high rating is much more capable of retaining heat, so it does not have to be heated repeatedly and naturally consumes less electricity. Modern technology is used in such models, so the life of the appliance is also longer and the chances of breakage are less. Although the price may seem a little high initially, in the long run, you will save a lot of money due to lower electricity bills. Therefore, when thinking about future profits, a geyser with a high BEE star rating is the smartest choice.

Savings through smart use

Using a geyser in the right way can save not only electricity but also the entire household expenses. Smart plugs, timers and correct temperature settings—these three tips are the best ways to reduce electricity bills. Savings will increase with conscious use during winter.