i just got my 1st power bill for my new apt.
is this average for a single bachelor??
is does this seem a little high??
it seems a little too high for me,i was expecting around 60.
2006-12-18 13:21:23 · 4 answers · asked by forest lover 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Personal Finance
Seems about right - some things to consider. Where is the thermostat? If it's in a place that is drafty or cold it could be causing the heat to come on more frequently. The location of the thermostat in a place that is cooler than the rest of the apartment will make it think it's too cold and keep the heater going. The type of heat for your water heater - one type over another can alter the heating bill quite a bit. Also, the adjustment on the water heater might be set higher than in your previous place. You can adjust the temperature a bit lower and that will save you. Also, is this place larger? over an open parking space? does it get less sunlight? All those things will affect utility usage.
2006-12-18 13:36:54 · answer #1 · answered by Isabel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are in Illinois the bill sounds about right...lol Illinois's Ameron is going up in January to 55% which is outrageous! It all depends on your location and how much you actually pay on your therms..look on your bill. If you spend alot of time in your apartment and you use alot of usage then 80 isn't really that bad. But if you don't spend alot of time in your home then ck your lights and furnace temp and keep the lights off when at all possible and turn your furnace down to 62 or 68 degrees.Also if you have a putor in which you do or a microwave unit it will use alot of usage. But to be honest where I live 80 isn't bad at all I wish my power bill was that low.
2006-12-18 13:37:35 · answer #2 · answered by shuggabhugga05 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That does seem a little high for a single bachelor. Turn off your lights and heater when you're not at home, etc if you want to save $$$
2006-12-18 13:23:34 · answer #3 · answered by J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes during the winter time it is about average. Just make sure you do what you can to save on your electric bill. Listed below is a site which will give you tips on how to "stretch" your dollar. (Don't worry, it's not spam. It's a free site with no strings attached.)
2006-12-18 13:29:15 · answer #4 · answered by Mariposa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋