With the end of the year quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to think about changes you want to make in 2024. If creating a more energy-efficient home is one of your resolutions in the new year, your co-op is here to help you reach your goals. Here are a few steps you can take to improve your home’s efficiency next year and beyond.
Join Our Energy and Money-Saving Programs
Saving money on electricity costs doesn’t have to be complicated. Signing up for our energy-saving programs like our time-of-day rate, smart thermostat savings program and load management makes it easier to lower your bill without major disruptions to your daily life.
Visit pemc.coop/smart-energy to learn more about which program is best for you, or join them all to maximize your savings.
Use Our DIY Energy Advisor Tool
The first step to creating a more energy-efficient home is understanding which areas need improvement. Try using our DIY energy advisor tool to get a personalized report about what uses the most energy in your home.
All you have to do is visit pemc.coop/diy-energy-advisor and input data about your house. The tool will analyze your home’s insulation, HVAC system and size to give you a detailed breakdown of your annual electric costs by month. It will also give you personalized tips about how to save energy and money around your home.
Sign Up for Daily Usage Alerts
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to how you use electricity! When you want to make meaningful changes that impact your bill, the first step is to understand how you use electricity and where there are areas for improvement.
In your SmartHub account, turn on the “Usage Emails” option to receive daily email alerts that give you a snapshot view of your usage. From there, you can use that data to make adjustments to how you use energy and track the impact it makes.
Schedule a Free Home Energy Analysis
Want even more personalized suggestions for energy savings? Schedule a free home energy analysis from one of our experienced energy specialists. They will come out to your home and identify areas for energy-efficient improvements.
This complimentary service is available to all Piedmont Electric Cooperative members and it’s one of the best ways to help you determine which updates will make the biggest impact on your bill. To schedule your home energy analysis, please visit pemc.coop/home-energy-advisor or call 800.222.3107.
Consider Upgrading to ENERGY STAR® Appliances
Old, inefficient appliances use more energy, leading to higher bills. If you’re in the market for upgraded appliances, look for ones labeled with an ENERGY STAR rating, which means they use less electricity to operate.
Did you already make energy-efficient upgrades in your home over the holidays? Visit pemc.coop/rebate-to-help-you-save to learn about available rebates and tax credits to see if you qualify for additional savings.
Likewise, if the keys to an electric vehicle were under your tree, there are plenty of opportunities for savings, including our EV time-of-day rate. To see how to make the most of your savings with an EV, visit pemc.coop/electric-vehicles.