Energy costs are rising nationwide, with millions of Americans facing higher utility bills than ever before.
Some people with four-figure electricity bills are turning to social media to vent and seek advice. In a post to r/AskElectricians, one person vented about consistently receiving "absurd" electricity bills — between $700 and $1,000 per month.
"Can anyone explain why my electricity bill is $1,000 a month?" the OP asked. They explained they rent their home, which has outdated appliances. They wondered if they should ask their landlord to update those and why every other house in the area pays $300 or less per month for the same square footage.
One user who had a similar experience commented that, upon inspection, the power company found a meter was connected to numerous outlets in a separate apartment, including one with an air conditioning unit that ran 24/7.
"I was refunded nine months' worth of utility bills," that commenter shared. "Buy an inline meter that you can use to get your own reading of individual devices," another person recommended. "Try turning everything off, and then see if your meter is registering any usage," someone else suggested.
Posting on social media about your high utility costs can help you feel less alone and learn from experts about why your bills may be so high. Others are using TCD's Solar Explorer to connect with trusted partners such as EnergySage and Palmetto to live off-grid. These innovative companies help people embrace clean, renewable energy and save up to $10,000 on solar installations or lease panels for $0 down with guaranteed savings.
Smart upgrades that slash monthly energy bills
If you also receive sky-high energy bills from your utility provider, consider these sustainable solutions:
• EnergySage can help you save up to $10,000 on installations by curating competitive bids from local installers
• Not ready to spend up front? Palmetto's $0 down LightReach solar leasing program can lower your utility rate by up to 20%
• TCD's Solar Explorer makes it easy to access exclusive offers from preferred partners
Get $1,000 cash to slash your bills with rooftop solar panels for $0 down and low monthly payments Whatever your solar budget, Palmetto can help you save. If you want to buy your own panels, Palmetto's advisors can help you save up to $10,000 on installation through a network of preferred installers. And if you'd rather get solar savings without upfront costs, Palmetto's revolutionary LightReach subscription program can deliver — including an exclusive $1,000 cashback offer for TCD readers. LightReach lets you lease solar panels with no money down, making it painless to lock in long-term savings of up to 33% off your current power bill. Palmetto covers a 25-year warranty for the panels, which means you'll get reliable performance without unforeseen costs. To get started, just book a short meeting with Palmetto's experts to explore your options and find the solution that's right for you. |
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