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 Knowing which products cost the most at the grocery store helps you prioritize what you buy. The same is true of your utility bill. Knowing how energy and water are used in your home helps you make wise choices that can save on your bill.
The big difference between your utility bill and your grocery bill is that at the grocery store, you can put a few items back if you go
over budget. But by the time you get your utility bill, it’s too late. You have already used the service and have to pay for it. That’s why understanding where your home uses the most electricity and water is helpful.
These consumption charts can help you understand how you use energy and water. You don’t have to work on lowering everything all at once, but if you start by working on reducing the big users of electricity and water, you will definitely see more of a difference in your bill.
Indoor Water Consumption for a typical
Single Family Home* |
Energy Consumption for a typical
Single Family Home* |
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Understanding what makes your bill go up—or down—is the first step in taking control of your utility costs. That’s why it is so
important to do the things you can each month to keep tabs on your energy and water usage.
The one thing you can’t control is the weather, but you can control what you do in response to it. Putting a sweater on for warmth, or
turning a fan on for cooling is definitely more energy efficient than running your HVAC system more.
For other ideas, JEA has over 50 fact sheets online at jea.com to help you learn how to control your water and energy costs.
And you don’t have to own your home to make changes that will save you money. From low- and no-cost tips like turning off the
water while you’re brushing your teeth—to more expensive upgrades to consider when the time is right—
like the purchase of a new heating and air conditioning system.
Learning how to use energy and water more efficiently is the smartest thing you can do to keep your utility costs manageable.
*For chart source details, click here. |
