Top 10 Ways to Reduce Electricity Bill in Pakistan

Electricity rates in Pakistan are increasing every year, and the monthly electricity bill has now become a financial burden for most households, whether you live in Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, or any small place.

But if you do a little smart planning, you can reduce your electricity bill to a great extent without sacrificing your comfort. In this guide, we will tell you 10 practical and easy ways by which you can reduce your home electricity bill.

1. Use LED Bulbs

Use LED Bulbs to Reduce Electricity Bill

It’s time to switch if you still use old yellow or incandescent bulbs.

LED bulbs have a longer lifespan and consume at least 80% less electricity.

Replace them first in areas like the kitchen or living room where the lights are on for extended periods of time.

You can save a lot of money every month by switching to an LED light.

2. Remove Unused Devices from the Plug

Devices like TVs, mobile chargers, and microwaves consume electricity even after being switched off. This is called phantom load.

When devices are not in use, they should be unplugged.
Use a power strip so that all gadgets are switched off with a single switch.
Smart plugs are also very useful.
With this simple habit, you can save 5–10% monthly.

3. Use AC and Heater Smartly

Smart use of AC and heater to save electricity.

In Pakistan, both summer and winter are extreme, and using AC or a heater increases the electricity bill a lot.

Keep the temperature of the AC at 26°C.
Use it with a ceiling fan so that it is cooling and effective.
Wear some warm clothes at home and set the heater to 20°C during the winter.
Before the season starts, have your heater or air conditioner serviced.

4. Limit the Use of Geysers

Geysers are also a big reason for high electricity bills—especially in winter.

Keep the geyser temperature down to 50°C.
Keep the geyser off when not necessary. ry
Use instant geysers, or if possible, install solar geysers.
This small habit can reduce the bill significantly.

5. Use Appliances Smartly

Appliances such as washing machines, irons, and microwaves waste a lot of electricity if they are not used properly.

Only wash a full load.
Instead of ironing every day, do it once or twice a week.
Avoid using high-power gadgets at busy times.

6. Improve the Efficiency of the Fridge

The fridge runs 24/7, so a little optimization of it can save a lot of energy.

Keep the temperature between 2 and 4°C.
The fridge is efficient when it is 70–80% full, and the cooling is done.
Clean the backside coils every 6 months.
Do not keep hot things directly in the fridge.
Opening the door repeatedly also consumes a lot of energy.

7. Take Advantage of Natural Light During the Day

You don’t need to keep the lights on while the sun is out all day.

Keep curtains open
Use light-colored paint on the walls.
Set a study or work table near windows.
This saves electricity and natural light and also keeps the mood better.

8. Seal the Gaps in the House

The majority of homes in Pakistan have holes or fractures around windows or doors that allow hot or cold air to escape.

Use weather strips or foam sealant.
Put thicker curtains on the windows.
Fill wall cracks with caulking or silicon.
This improves the insulation of the house and reduces the load on the AC/heater.

9. Use Electricity in Off-Peak Hours

You receive units at a reduced rate during off-peak hours if your location has a Time-of-Use (TOU) meter.

Use a washing machine, an iron, or heavy devices at night.
Do not use heavy loads during peak hours (such as 6 PM to 10 PM)
Confirm TOU details from your local DISCO.
This smart planning directly impacts the bill.

10. Track Usage with Bill Calculator

By tracking your electricity usage, you can plan better.
Pescobill.com.pk Bill Calculator gives you an estimated bill based on units.
This makes you mentally ready for the future bill.
By analyzing usage, you can reduce unnecessary load.