Comments for Cut Your Electric Bills http://cutyourelectricbills.com Cut your electric bills by generating your own electricity. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:57:59 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 Comment on Water, Gas and Electric, how much is your bill? Beating the credit crunch!? by gar_fanatic http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/water-gas-and-electric-how-much-is-your-bill-beating-the-credit-crunch/comment-page-1#comment-2748 gar_fanatic Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:57:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/water-gas-and-electric-how-much-is-your-bill-beating-the-credit-crunch#comment-2748 Since I'm in America, my amounts will definitely be different. But, you can save water by washing dishes by hand. Use old dish water to water your lawn/garden (if you have one), so you don't use water by irrigating. Also, here our electric and water companies have different rates based on the amount used. With our electric, we're on a low usage rate, which is higher than people who use more electric. Water bills do have a minimum here also, which means if we don't get over a certain gallon amount, they charge "$X.XX" amount. I think it's $50 here. We did the same thing here when our daughter was born. We had to cut out all unnecessary items. We are down to only paying for our electric, water and garbage. We installed a wood burner to cut out our gas bill. We only watch TV over an antenna. We don't irrigate at all. We don't have internet at our house and use cellular phones instead of having a phone at home. We've saved a ton of money by doing all of this. Hope this helps.<br><b>References : </b><br>personal experience. Since I’m in America, my amounts will definitely be different. But, you can save water by washing dishes by hand. Use old dish water to water your lawn/garden (if you have one), so you don’t use water by irrigating.

Also, here our electric and water companies have different rates based on the amount used. With our electric, we’re on a low usage rate, which is higher than people who use more electric. Water bills do have a minimum here also, which means if we don’t get over a certain gallon amount, they charge "$X.XX" amount. I think it’s $50 here.

We did the same thing here when our daughter was born. We had to cut out all unnecessary items. We are down to only paying for our electric, water and garbage. We installed a wood burner to cut out our gas bill. We only watch TV over an antenna. We don’t irrigate at all. We don’t have internet at our house and use cellular phones instead of having a phone at home. We’ve saved a ton of money by doing all of this.

Hope this helps.
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]]> Comment on Water, Gas and Electric, how much is your bill? Beating the credit crunch!? by juoquine http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/water-gas-and-electric-how-much-is-your-bill-beating-the-credit-crunch/comment-page-1#comment-2747 juoquine Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:51:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/water-gas-and-electric-how-much-is-your-bill-beating-the-credit-crunch#comment-2747 Well here in US, I pay about $30 for water, $40 for sewer, we don't have gas, anywhere from $70-$200 on electric (most in the summer). Looks like you are doing well in cutting back. We have 3 bed 2 bath 2 car garage house. <br><b>References : </b><br> Well here in US, I pay about $30 for water, $40 for sewer, we don’t have gas, anywhere from $70-$200 on electric (most in the summer). Looks like you are doing well in cutting back. We have 3 bed 2 bath 2 car garage house.
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]]> Comment on Water, Gas and Electric, how much is your bill? Beating the credit crunch!? by Mrs. Haudyerwheesht http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/water-gas-and-electric-how-much-is-your-bill-beating-the-credit-crunch/comment-page-1#comment-2746 Mrs. Haudyerwheesht Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:29:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/water-gas-and-electric-how-much-is-your-bill-beating-the-credit-crunch#comment-2746 snap, same here in France for the water metered and i pre pay every month 37 euros ( around 28 pounds) 2 adults and a baby and wish i had a dishwasher but it's me that washes dishes and i have to do a washing at least 5 or 6 times a week. Saying that i'll probably end up having to pay more per month as they are awful good at coming round to read the meters and at the end of a certain period they can up your monthly payments to cover any excess in usage.<br><b>References : </b><br> snap, same here in France for the water metered and i pre pay every month 37 euros ( around 28 pounds) 2 adults and a baby and wish i had a dishwasher but it’s me that washes dishes and i have to do a washing at least 5 or 6 times a week. Saying that i’ll probably end up having to pay more per month as they are awful good at coming round to read the meters and at the end of a certain period they can up your monthly payments to cover any excess in usage.
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]]> Comment on Can American Electric Power in WV cut your power off in the winter when your only heat source is electric? by Breath on the Wind http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/can-american-electric-power-in-wv-cut-your-power-off-in-the-winter-when-your-only-heat-source-is-electric/comment-page-1#comment-2744 Breath on the Wind Wed, 03 Mar 2010 21:22:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/can-american-electric-power-in-wv-cut-your-power-off-in-the-winter-when-your-only-heat-source-is-electric#comment-2744 You can find WV (and other state) disconnection policies here: http://liheap.ncat.org/Disconnect/disconnect.htm#wv The operative dates for WV are between 12/1 and 2/28. Many times the language you use with a utility representative makes a big difference. To say you want to delay the payment of your bill may make for an automatic refusal where suggesting a payment plan to start in a week may be acceptable. Also usually it is better to pay something than nothing even if you expect to make a full payment at a later date. Good luck with this.<br><b>References : </b><br>http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/energy/2008-06-23-utility-bills-shut-off-disconnect_N.htm You can find WV (and other state) disconnection policies here: http://liheap.ncat.org/Disconnect/disconnect.htm#wv The operative dates for WV are between 12/1 and 2/28.

Many times the language you use with a utility representative makes a big difference. To say you want to delay the payment of your bill may make for an automatic refusal where suggesting a payment plan to start in a week may be acceptable. Also usually it is better to pay something than nothing even if you expect to make a full payment at a later date. Good luck with this.
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]]> Comment on Can American Electric Power in WV cut your power off in the winter when your only heat source is electric? by Harry Ball http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/can-american-electric-power-in-wv-cut-your-power-off-in-the-winter-when-your-only-heat-source-is-electric/comment-page-1#comment-2743 Harry Ball Wed, 03 Mar 2010 21:02:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/can-american-electric-power-in-wv-cut-your-power-off-in-the-winter-when-your-only-heat-source-is-electric#comment-2743 That would depend on what the law in your state is. It's not a fact in every state. Some old guy died last winter because he didn't pay his electric bill. You should be able to easily figure this out with google.<br><b>References : </b><br> That would depend on what the law in your state is. It’s not a fact in every state. Some old guy died last winter because he didn’t pay his electric bill. You should be able to easily figure this out with google.
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]]> Comment on What simple steps are you doing to cut down on your electric bill? by LadyZania http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill/comment-page-1#comment-2742 LadyZania Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:40:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill#comment-2742 I hardly ever run the air conditioning. Occasionally, if it gets unbearably hot, I will turn it on long enough to cool things off, like for an hour or two, and then I turn it off. *sm*<br><b>References : </b><br> I hardly ever run the air conditioning. Occasionally, if it gets unbearably hot, I will turn it on long enough to cool things off, like for an hour or two, and then I turn it off. *sm*
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]]> Comment on What simple steps are you doing to cut down on your electric bill? by magpiesmn http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill/comment-page-1#comment-2741 magpiesmn Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:52:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill#comment-2741 Stop watching TV. It is evil anyhow.. Honestly I think one good way a person should go about saving electricty is to be an advocate to power companys because they are creating power in ways that could be better (coal) vs (neuclear). I know I know neuclear power isnt very liked right now but honestly if you do some more research you will learn interesting facts like the fact that coal actualy contains trace elements wich are radioactive and when they burn it these radioactive elements get into our atmosphere unless properly filtered. Also I would argue that cutting down on our power production over all would be a great thing. For many reasons but the main reseason I see for cutting back on power production is the fact that it may be harming our earths own magnetic shield around it. The electrical generators on the earths surface could be damageful to earths magnetic core. While I dont have any real proff of this I do think its something worth looking into and come to your own conclusion about.<br><b>References : </b><br> Stop watching TV. It is evil anyhow..

Honestly I think one good way a person should go about saving electricty is to be an advocate to power companys because they are creating power in ways that could be better (coal) vs (neuclear). I know I know neuclear power isnt very liked right now but honestly if you do some more research you will learn interesting facts like the fact that coal actualy contains trace elements wich are radioactive and when they burn it these radioactive elements get into our atmosphere unless properly filtered. Also I would argue that cutting down on our power production over all would be a great thing. For many reasons but the main reseason I see for cutting back on power production is the fact that it may be harming our earths own magnetic shield around it. The electrical generators on the earths surface could be damageful to earths magnetic core. While I dont have any real proff of this I do think its something worth looking into and come to your own conclusion about.
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]]> Comment on What simple steps are you doing to cut down on your electric bill? by Yahoo S http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill/comment-page-1#comment-2740 Yahoo S Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:15:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill#comment-2740 Fluorescent bulbs in whole house. Radiant roof barrier to keep house cool, comfortable for more efficient A/C. Well maintained A/C system that is balanced and keeps humidity down. Undersized coil to remove humidity more efficiently and make for better cooling and efficiency. Ridge vents on house and continuous soffit vents for air flow and greater efficiency. Double paned windows. Proper attic insulation. Tyvek Home Wrap to allow house to breath yet keep wind and rain out. Lots of other ideas too.<br><b>References : </b><br> Fluorescent bulbs in whole house. Radiant roof barrier to keep house cool, comfortable for more efficient A/C. Well maintained A/C system that is balanced and keeps humidity down. Undersized coil to remove humidity more efficiently and make for better cooling and efficiency. Ridge vents on house and continuous soffit vents for air flow and greater efficiency. Double paned windows. Proper attic insulation. Tyvek Home Wrap to allow house to breath yet keep wind and rain out. Lots of other ideas too.
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]]> Comment on What simple steps are you doing to cut down on your electric bill? by lourdes r http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill/comment-page-1#comment-2739 lourdes r Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:01:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill#comment-2739 1. using electric fan rather that the aircon 2. ironing the clothes twicw a week 3. turn all the lights when not in use<br><b>References : </b><br> 1. using electric fan rather that the aircon
2. ironing the clothes twicw a week
3. turn all the lights when not in use
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]]> Comment on What simple steps are you doing to cut down on your electric bill? by pam_spirit http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill/comment-page-1#comment-2738 pam_spirit Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:45:59 +0000 http://cutyourelectricbills.com/cut-your-electric-bill/what-simple-steps-are-you-doing-to-cut-down-on-your-electric-bill#comment-2738 I'm switching to CFL as my old bulbs quit. Also had them install an on-off switch for my water heater so I only turn it on when I need hot water in the morning & evening. And since most of my major appliances have quit in the past 2 years, I've been paying more attention to the cost of use and not so much to the cost of buying it and buying energy star appliances. I also have a programmable thermostat since we use the AC in So. Fla. almost year round.<br><b>References : </b><br> I’m switching to CFL as my old bulbs quit. Also had them install an on-off switch for my water heater so I only turn it on when I need hot water in the morning & evening. And since most of my major appliances have quit in the past 2 years, I’ve been paying more attention to the cost of use and not so much to the cost of buying it and buying energy star appliances. I also have a programmable thermostat since we use the AC in So. Fla. almost year round.
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