For all Australians, high priced electricity is an unwanted headache. And discovering the causes for your unusually high electricity bill can have you chasing your tail.

Before you go accusing your spouse or housemate of binging on energy like Augustus Gloop binges on candy, check out our list of 5 common causes for excess energy consumption, so you can reduce your bill and keep your cash where it belongs, in your pocket.

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5 Reasons Why Your Electricity Bill is Higher Than Normal

1. You’ve Had a New Meter Installed

Having your meter replaced, because it was out of date or faulty, can be a cause for the sudden increase in your electricity bill.

Your meter is an appliance for measuring energy consumption and like all appliances, over time, can become faulty; inaccurately representing your energy usage.

Installing a new meter should provide a better representation of how much electricity you are using.

2. You’re Appliances are Old or Faulty

One of the most common household energy consumers can be faulty and poorly maintained appliances.

These can include:

• Tea Kettles
• Toasters
• TVs
• Lamps
• Amplifiers & Sound Systems
• Washing Machines
• Dryers
• Fridges

Taking care of your appliances helps reduce the drain on your office or household energy.

If not, there’s always the excuse of treating yourself to some brand new appliances. Just make sure to check the energy rating before you buy, as this can be a huge contributing factor for your power bill in the future.

3. The Changing of the Seasons

It isn’t uncommon for Australian households to experience a spike in energy consumption during the cold winter months, or stinking hot summers.

Powering air conditioners and heaters, to make your living environment more bearable, contributes significantly to your energy bill concerns.

During the winter, kettles are used more frequently for hot drinks, while toasters provide comfort food. Conversely, in the summer, pool pumps run longer and freezers are depended on to produce ice.

How much you save during these months really depends on how well you can adjust your comfort level.

4. You Have a New Housemate or Have Had Visitors

Having someone move in with you to help pay the bills can be a good idea, however it is important to remember that while they contribute financially, they will also cause energy consumption to increase.

This is a double-edged sword that you must consider first, especially if that person works from home or is a bit of a hermit.

Also, having your family and friends visit you for a few days will also increase power demands. What you consider your home, they consider a hotel. And reducing electrical costs for people on holiday mode usually isn’t the first thing that comes to mind.

5. You Have Recently Renovated the Home

Building an extension or turning the garage into a new living area can increase your electricity bill in a few ways:

1. The energy used use by the builders during construction to power tools
2. The addition of a new room brings with it new appliances and lights to power
3. There is now a new room too heat or cool

There you have it, 5 easy to find explanations for your higher than normal electricity bill. For more tips on reducing your bill make sure you also check out this article.

If you have any other concerns regarding faulty appliances, meters or installing new electrical equipment in your home, feel free to call us on 0431 416 657 to discuss how we can help you with your electrical needs.

Call a Melbourne Electrician for electrical work that can help you save on your bills Ph: 1300 SPHERE