Take Control of Your Usage
East Central Electric's Energy Saver Program allows participating members to understand and take action on lowering energy bills. Our Energy Analytics software allows participating members to view real time energy consumption to help navigate some appliances to the most efficient settings. Estimated savings are tallied at approximately $100 per year. Participating members can also take advantage of a low interest loan to make energy improvements to their home. Payments are conveniently made each month on your electric bill.
Call our Energy Services team at 918-756-0833 to speak with a representative today!
Struggling to find out what is causing a hill electric bill? With our Energy Savers software, you can view all of your usage in real time. How much does it cost to run the house
1 degree warmer in the winter? What about the cost to cook dinner on the stovetop? Flipping on the light switch? You can find answers to all those questions and more once it is in place and have consumption history stored for up to 2 years so you can compare season to season usage!
The Energy Savers Program is voluntary and is open to eligible ECE members. In order to be eligible, member must:
- Be in good standing with the cooperative.
- EcoLink member.
- 12 consecutive months of electrical service.
- Electrical box must be up to code.
- No more than one (1) late payment in last 12 months on ECE electric bill.
- No more than one (1) returned check in the last 12 months.
- No history of service disconnection for non-payment in the last 12 months.
Once approved for the program, there are two separate missions members will go through. Mission 1 is the Energy Savers monitoring device which allow you to view real time usage and make changes in your based on your personal preferences. Mission 2, after our Energy Savers device is installed into the home, participating members can take out a low interest loan to help make upgrades to their home. With on bill financing, you can enjoy the savings of upgraded equipment while putting zero down!
Call one of our Energy Service Representatives to help walk you through each step of your journey towards saving money!
Energy Savers Device
Energy Analytics software is installed directly to the members breaker box and wired into your larger appliance circuits such as:
- Main Load coming into the home
- HVAC unit
- Water Heater
- Dryer
- Pool or Well Pumps
- Deep Freeze
- Electric Fireplace
Upon downloading the easy-to-use app, you can track down to the cent how much each appliance is using at any given time and answer the question of how your electric bill is created. The power of knowledge and saving money is in the palm of your hand.
- How much you will save if you increase the thermostat 1-2 degrees in the summer? Or what about lower in the winter?
- How about reducing the amount of time spent in a hot shower from 20 minutes to 10 minutes?
- What is causing my high electric bill?
- There are endless items you can adjust in your home to save money and we will make sure you understand the program and its capability from the start.
The software also has the ability to record real time usage and store the historical data to make comparing consumption history from season to season easy. An ECE Energy Services Representative will review your usage while onboarding and assist you on how to get the most of your money. Weekly emails will also be sent out every week detailing how much energy is being used down to the dollar amount.
Energy Audit
An energy audit is required in order to participate in the program and is the most essential piece of the puzzle to pinpoint where to start on upgrading your home or business. An energy audit reveals crucial energy improvements that can cut energy use, save money, and improve the comfort of your home or commercial business. Our third party energy auditor will inspect items such as:
- HVAC system condition
- Water Heater condition
- R value insulation in the attic
- Doors and Windows
- Weatherization Opportunities
A report will be provided to you that includes these energy improvement recommendations. Any recommendation on this report is eligible for Mission 2 upgrades as well as any applicable rebates. Most common home improvements are added insulation in attic and crawlspace, weatherizing the home and installing new HVAC units.
Cost of Mission 1 is $8 per month. This covers the cost of device and installation as well as the energy audit.
Important note: Mission 1 must be completed before moving on to Mission 2.
An ECE Energy Services Representative reviews your energy audit results and recommends eligible energy improvements such as:
- Improved Insulation
- HVAC and Furnace Upgrades
- Door and Window Replacements
- Pool, Spa or Water Well Pump Upgrades
- Some Fixed Appliance Upgrades
Upon completion of the review, ECE will provide a list of approved independent contractors to you if you choose to move forward with improvements. Using the list, members can start requesting quotes and scheduling site visits. Once quotes are approved by ECE, the work can begin. Once completion documents have been signed by both parties, ECE will pay the contractor directly and member will start paying the low interest loan back in monthly payments up to 10 years on their electric bill plus a 5% program charge.
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o view a list of partnered contractors, click here.
Independent contractors must meet East Central Electric qualifications to become partnered contractors. For more information, please contact an ECE Energy Services Representative or if you are a contractor and would like to apply to be a partner, please fill out the required forms and we will be in touch soon.
Payment for any work performed under Mission 2 is contingent upon successful completion of the required Mission 1 portion of the Energy Saver Program.
What are program requirements?
To participate in the program, you must be an East Central Electric member, electric panel MUST be up to code, be in good standing with the cooperative and have ecoLink.
What does the device installed in my home report?
The device will report all usage coming into your home and break down the larger appliances in your home down to the cent. It also will report voltage and historical data/timelines.
What is the cost of Mission 1?
The cost of Mission 1 is $8 per month. This covers the device and installation at the home as well as the energy audit.
Can I take out a loan to upgrade my HVAC unit without having the device installed in my home?
In order to accurately identify areas of need, you will have to go through Mission 1 in order to move into a loan. Advantages of the software include breaking down real time data and adjusting minor details to fit your lifestyle. You can visually see what a 1 degree increase or decrease on thermostat will do to your electric bill almost immediately.
What is the cost of Mission 2?
The cost of Mission 2 depends on what energy improvements are selected and which contractor is chosen. Once final invoice is received by contractor, the amount is divided into equal payments over the period of 10 years with a low interest rate, along with a 5% program charge.
Can I still take advantage of rebates if I participate?
Yes! You can still apply for our many rebates here.
What can I upgrade in my home with the loan?
Upon completion of your energy audit, any recommendation on the report will be eligible. Most members will see things such as: HVAC units, water heaters, insulation, doors and windows, pool and water well pumps and some fixed appliances.
Do you have a list of approved contactors to do the work?
Yes! You can find the list here.
Can I have a contractor that is not on the list do the work?
Yes! Please inform contractor to get with ECE Energy Services Representative or have them visit our site to fill out required forms.
How long is the loan payback?
You will pay back the loan on your electric bill in monthly installments for up to 10 years. There are no penalties to pay off early.
What if I decide to move and I have not paid the loan off?
The loan and device will stay with the home. It will be stated as a lien on the home.
What if I stop making payments on the loan?
Upon agreement to the program, members would be subject to service interruption.
Have you ever been curious about the best ways to save energy and money on your electric bill? According to the U.S. Department of Energy, here are a few things you can do to help your home spend less of your hard-earned dollars. You can also check out our most recent Energy Savers blog posts!
- Obtain HVAC tune up.
- Install a smart thermostat. Take advantage of rebate as well here!
- Dial back thermostat 7-10 degrees from their normal settings for 8 hours.
- Weatherize your home. Find out how to get your free energy audit by calling us directly at 918-756-0833.
- Add insulation to your attic.
- Consider replacing your HVAC with an Air Source Heat Pump. Take advantage of rebate as well here!
- Set your water heater to 120 degrees to optimize efficiency.
- Limit the use of space heaters.
- Consider installing new windows.
- Switch to LED light bulbs.
- Wash full loads of dishes and laundry.