TL;DR If you are trying to calculate your washer dryer electricity usage, expect to pay about $0.50 to $0.70 per load in 2026 (assuming an electric dryer). 1. The Never-Ending Laundry Pile If you have a young kid around five years old running through the house, you know the hard truth: the laundry never actually […]
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TL;DR The average air conditioner electricity cost in 2026 is roughly $0.14 per hour for a window unit and $0.60 to $0.75 per hour for central air. 1. The Sound of Money Evaporating It is the sound of summer: the low hum of the condenser outside your window. For most of us, that sound means
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TL;DR If you are worried about your refrigerator electricity usage, here is the short answer: A modern fridge (2020 or newer) costs about $5 to $8 per month to run. However, an old “garage fridge” from the 1990s can cost $20 to $30 per month. 1. The Only Appliance That Never Sleeps Most appliances in
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TL;DR If you are wondering why electric bill increased this month, don’t panic—investigate. The 3 most common culprits in 2026 are Seasonal Weather (running AC/Heat more than you think), Rate Hikes (prices rose ~4% this year), or a specific “Vampire” Appliance failing in your home. 1. The “Crime Scene” Investigation It happens to everyone. You
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TL;DR If you are wondering what is a kWh, it is simply the unit you buy electricity in, just like you buy gas by the gallon. 1. The “Invisible Product” Problem Imagine going to the grocery store, filling your cart with invisible items, and then getting a bill for $160 at the end of the
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TL;DR: To understand supply vs delivery charges, think of your electric bill like an online order. You pay for the “item” (Supply) and the “shipping” (Delivery). In many states, you can shop around for a cheaper item, but you are stuck with the shipping company. 1. The “Envelope Dread” We’ve all been there. It’s 2026,
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