You got a high-usage alert, now what?
Saving money and managing energy usage go hand in hand. That’s why all SRP customers are auto-enrolled in high-usage alerts. These emails can help you by notifying you when your energy usage is higher than normal.
You use energy every day at home from the moment you wake up and make a cup of coffee. Energy usage naturally increases for most homes in Arizona when we run our air-conditioning units at lower temperatures and for longer lengths of time. With more energy usage comes a higher energy bill. Fortunately, there are many ways to manage and reduce energy usage.
High-usage alerts compare your current energy use to past use during similar temperatures. Higher-than-normal usage can be a sign that there’s an issue with a large appliance, such as an air conditioner, water heater or pool pump, that you might not be aware of. For example, if your AC has a malfunction, it could cause your energy usage to become much higher than it was before.
High-usage alerts can make you aware of issues early on so you can make repairs quickly and keep your energy costs down. These alerts will indicate how much higher your energy usage is compared to when it was the same temperature outside in the past. For example, if your energy usage on a 97 ° day in June 2023 is significantly higher than a 97 ° day in June 2022, you would be alerted of the discrepancy, which might indicate a potential problem with a major appliance.
How can I lower my energy usage?
SRP customers can use the high-usage alerts to address possible energy efficiency issues in their home. If any issues are found, you may qualify for rebates to help reduce your energy usage and save money.
If you are unsure what could be causing the high-usage alerts, schedule a free SRP Home Energy Assessment™. During an SRP Home Energy Assessment, an SRP Energy Ambassador will review the appliances, lighting, and heating and cooling equipment in your home, then provide you with a customized report of your home’s energy performance.
Reminder: A high-usage alert does not automatically mean there is an issue with any appliance in your home.
High-usage alerts could also be caused by something as simple as a recent large gathering in your home while having the AC lower than usual and using more kitchen appliances. This alone could cause more electricity usage than normal, and the high-usage alerts will help you understand that this may be why your electricity bill is slightly higher than usual.
We want to be transparent with you about your usage. If you have any questions, please email our Customer Service team or call (602) 236-8888.
