5 Practical Ways to Reduce Your Electricity Bill
Electricity tariffs in most Indian states are slab-based, which means small reductions in usage near a slab boundary can disproportionately lower your bill. Here are five practical steps:
1. Switch to BLDC Fans
A standard ceiling fan draws around 75W, while a BLDC (Brushless DC) fan draws as little as 28W for similar airflow — roughly a 60% reduction in fan-related consumption.
2. Set AC Temperature to 24–26°C
Every degree below 24°C can increase AC power draw by roughly 6%. Combined with a timer or inverter AC, this alone can meaningfully cut peak-season bills.
3. Fix Leaks in Old Wiring and Appliances
Old geysers, irons, and wiring can have inefficiencies that quietly add units. An annual electrician check can catch this.
4. Use LED Lighting Throughout
LED bulbs use roughly 80% less power than incandescent bulbs for the same brightness, and 40-50% less than CFLs.
5. Consider Rooftop Solar with Net Metering
For consumers with high daytime usage, rooftop solar with net metering can offset a significant share of the bill over time, though upfront investment and payback period should be evaluated carefully.
Use our state calculators to model how usage changes affect your estimated bill before you make changes.