More Tipid-Kuryente Tips for the Rainy Season

Rainy days may feel cooler, but some rainy-season habits can still raise the electric bill. Clothes take longer to dry, warm showers become more tempting, and hot-and-cold water dispensers often stay on all day.

At an electricity rate of ₱12 per kWh, every kilowatt-hour saved cuts about ₱12 from the bill.

A clothes dryer rated at around 1,900 to 2,200 watts can cost about ₱23 to ₱26 for every hour of use. One hour a day can add around ₱690 to ₱780 a month. Before using the dryer, spin-dry clothes first, hang them with enough space, and place the rack near a window, balcony, or area with good airflow. Use an electric fan only when the room is damp or poorly ventilated. Save the dryer for uniforms, towels, baby clothes, or thick clothes that need to dry quickly.

Warm showers can also add to the bill. A 3,500-watt shower heater costs about ₱42 per hour. A 10-minute hot shower costs around ₱7. Used daily, this adds about ₱210 a month for one person, or around ₱840 for a family of four. Turn on the heater only when ready to bathe, use warm water instead of full heat, and switch it off while soaping or shampooing.

Check your water dispenser. A hot-and-cold dispenser still uses electricity even when no one is getting water. Turn off the hot function if hot water is not needed, and switch off the cold function overnight or before leaving the house. For cold water, a pitcher in the refrigerator may be enough. For hot drinks, heat only what you need.

Humidity also matters. Avoid drying too many clothes inside closed rooms, improve airflow, and keep damp areas dry. The less humid a room is, the more comfortable it feels even without using more appliances.

This rainy season, comfort does not have to mean a higher bill. Spin-dry before using the dryer, keep warm showers short, and turn off dispenser switches when not in use. Small habits can make the monthly bill lighter.

This public service announcement is from the Department of Energy.

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