Make Sure You Are Ready for Peak Demand

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Wiregrass Electric Cooperative’s electricity use is historically highest on the coldest day of the year. This peak demand typically occurs between the hours of 6 and 9 a.m. on a day between early November and the end of February.

Members’ contribution to peak demand is reflected on their monthly bill via a $4 per kilowatt demand rate. The total demand charge is different for each of our members because it’s based on their specific kW use during peak demand.

When a peak demand event is possible, we send out alerts. Make sure your account information is current and that we have a cellphone number on file so you can receive these important alerts.

Visit wiregrass.coop to manage your account.

Quick Tips:

• Install a water heater timer to prevent the unit from cycling on and off during peak hours.
• Install a programmable thermostat to automatically adjust your home’s temperature during peak hours. Or, manually adjust your thermostat during peak hours so your heating unit doesn’t run as much.
• Shift high-energy tasks—laundry, cooking or running the dishwasher—to off-peak hours.