Don’t let dropping temperatures send your power bill soaring in Alabama

By: Alabama News Center Staff

If weather forecasts hold true, mid-January could bring prolonged, sub-freezing temperatures to Alabama. That could force heating units in homes and businesses to work longer and harder than normal, leading to some sticker shock when the power bill comes due.

Alabama Power says it takes more electricity to heat a home than to cool it.

Such awareness can help in preparation for the cold blast that may be coming. There are also tools available to help monitor and control your energy usage.

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