Entering the hot season with soaring temperatures, many households face the problem of " high electricity bills " due to heavier use of appliances, especially air conditioners and refrigerators. Thairath Online has gathered 5 summer electricity-saving tips that are practical and can effectively save money in your wallet.
During extreme heat, cooling appliances work much harder than usual, causing electricity bills to spike alarmingly. To prepare, here are five methods to help save on electricity:
The most effective method is setting the air conditioner to 26-27 degrees Celsius while running a fan on low speed (levels 1-2). The fan increases airflow, enhancing body heat dissipation, making you feel about 2 degrees cooler. Meanwhile, the AC compressor works less since it doesn't need to cool the air down to 25 degrees amid the intense outside heat.
Did you know a leak, especially around the refrigerator door seal, can cause the fridge to work 2-3 times harder? A simple test is placing an A4 sheet of paper in the door seal and closing it. If the paper slides out easily, the seal is worn, causing cold air to leak and the compressor to run constantly. Replacing the seal, costing just a few hundred baht, can reduce your fridge's electricity consumption.
Preventing heat from entering your home is key to reducing air conditioner workload. Many people install building window films or UV-blocking curtains to reflect heat before it reaches the room, keeping indoor air from becoming excessively hot and thus reducing AC use.
The outdoor air conditioner compressorif placed in an area with poor airflow or exposed to intense afternoon sun, has difficulty dissipating heat and consumes 10-15% more electricity. It is advisable to install ventilated sunshades or air deflectors to prevent hot air from blowing back into the compressor unit.
Washing machines consume high electricity when starting up. Washing small loads frequently drives up your power bill.spikeIt is recommended to wash loads about 80% of the drum capacity. Using excess water raises the motor’s workload to spin the larger water volume. Matching water level to laundry size reduces motor running time and energy lost pumping water in and out.
Saving electricity in summer 2026 is not difficult. Just start with small daily behavior changes. This not only lowers your monthly expenses but also helps reduce the country's overall energy demand during peak periods.