{"id":3254,"date":"2025-08-27T01:15:15","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T01:15:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fireandairaz.com\/?p=3254"},"modified":"2025-08-27T02:18:39","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T02:18:39","slug":"why-your-phoenix-power-bill-is-so-high-and-how-to-fix-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fireandairaz.com\/why-your-phoenix-power-bill-is-so-high-and-how-to-fix-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Your Phoenix Power Bill Is So High (And How to Fix It)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tl-dr-too-long-didn-t-read-quick-summary\">TL;DR (Too Long, Didn\u2019t Read) Quick Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Shocked by a $400+ summer power bill? Here\u2019s the short version:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83c\udf1e Phoenix heat + old\/inefficient AC = energy guzzler<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83c\udf00 Top culprits: dirty coils, leaky ducts, single-stage systems running nonstop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83d\udd27 Quick wins: filters, thermostat strategy, sealing leaks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\u26a1 Big wins: upgrading to variable-speed AC, fixing ductwork, pro coil cleaning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83c\udfa5 Subscribe for more: <a href=index-181.html target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Magic Touch Air YouTube Channel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Ready for the full scoop? 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class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Yes, the desert sun is brutal \u2014 but here\u2019s the kicker: a big chunk of that bill isn\u2019t just Mother Nature. It\u2019s you, your AC unit, and sometimes your house wasting energy. After 28 years of crawling through attics, doing home energy audits, and tuning up Phoenix AC systems, I\u2019ve seen three big culprits over and over again. <br><br>While there&#8217;s more than three (I provide links for a deeper dive), these 3 are perhaps the most commonly ignored. So if you&#8217;re ignoring them too &#8211; yes, it&#8217;s you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-top-3-energy-wasters-in-phoenix-homes\">The Top 3 Energy Wasters in Phoenix Homes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-dirty-coils-your-ac-s-hidden-blanket-will-raise-your-energy-bill\">1. Dirty Coils (Your AC\u2019s Hidden Blanket) WILL Raise Your Energy Bill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Think of the outdoor coils in your AC system like a radiator in a car. If they\u2019re caked in dust, dirt, plant material, and pet hair, they can\u2019t release heat properly. That forces your compressor to run longer, burning more energy.<br><br>Think of your indoor coil (evaporator coil) as the lungs of your ductwork. If air can&#8217;t pass through a dirty evaporator coil, the cool air doesn&#8217;t get distributed into your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83d\udc49 In Phoenix, I\u2019ve pulled what looks like felt blankets off coils that had their &#8220;filters changed regularly&#8221; &#8211; wink, wink. Don\u2019t let yours choke on dirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-duct-leakage-cooling-the-attic-instead-of-you\">2. Duct Leakage (Cooling the Attic Instead of You)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Your duct system is the highway that delivers cold air through your home. Trouble is, most are routed through scorching-hot attics here in the Phoenix area. Small leaks mean you\u2019re literally dumping 20\u201330% of your cooled air into that oven instead of your living room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Chart: Duct Leakage Impact (Typical Phoenix Home)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Condition<\/th><th>Energy Loss<\/th><th>Impact on Bill<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Well-sealed ducts<\/td><td>5\u201310%<\/td><td>Normal usage<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mild leaks<\/td><td>15\u201320%<\/td><td>+$50\u2013$100\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Major attic leaks<\/td><td>25\u201330%+<\/td><td>+$100\u2013$150\/mo<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-thermostat-misuse-amp-outdated-ac-tech-30-to-40-higher-aps-amp-srp-bill\">3. Thermostat Misuse &amp; Outdated AC Tech = 30% to 40% Higher APS &amp; SRP Bill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Single-stage systems (the most common in older Phoenix homes) run at one speed: full blast. On a mild 95\u00b0 day, that\u2019s overkill. On a 115\u00b0 day, it\u2019s still often not enough. The result? Wasted energy and uneven comfort.<br><br>I wrote an in-depth article called <a href=\"https:\/\/fireandairaz.com\/how-to-cool-your-home-on-hot-days\/\">How To Cool Your Home on Hot Days<\/a> using my own home as an example. In that article I discuss exactly how my home performs (with photo proof) and how you can do it too. But first, read the rest of this article because it covers some things not discussed in that one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Table: Energy Cost Comparison \u2013 Phoenix Climate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>System Type<\/th><th>Efficiency<\/th><th>Comfort Level<\/th><th>Typical Bill Impact<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Single-Stage<\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>Hot\/cold swings<\/td><td>Highest<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Two-Stage<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>Better, still swings<\/td><td>15\u201320% lower<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Variable-Speed<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Even temps, quieter<\/td><td>30\u201340% lower<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><em>Variable-speed systems adjust output like a dimmer switch instead of an on\/off light. That means fewer spikes on your APS or SRP bill.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quick-wins-you-can-do-now-to-lower-your-power-bill\">Quick Wins You Can Do Now To Lower Your Power Bill<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">These aren\u2019t magic bullets, but they chip away at wasted energy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83c\udf00 Replace filters monthly (especially in AZ dust season).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83c\udf21\ufe0f Avoid huge thermostat swings \u2014 steady settings are cheaper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83c\udf32 Shade south, east, and west-facing windows &amp; insulate attic hatches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83d\udca1 Use ceiling fans, but turn them off when leaving rooms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-diy-isn-t-enough\">When DIY Isn\u2019t Enough<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">At some point, small hacks only go so far. The biggest paybacks we see come from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Professional coil cleanings (we measure airflow and temps before &amp; after \u2014 results are eye-opening).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Duct sealing to stop energy you&#8217;re paying for from escaping before it even gets to your living space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Upgrading from <a href=\"https:\/\/fireandairaz.com\/variable-speed-ac-vs-two-stage-ac-vs-single-speed-ac\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">single-stage to variable-speed heat pumps<\/a>.*<br><br>* If you already know me, or use Magic Touch already, you know we&#8217;re not the high-pressure sales type. I&#8217;ll gladly keep your old inefficient AC unit running until the end of time (or when parts are no longer available). But, I&#8217;ll always share my own story of going from single-stage to two-stage, and then to variable speed, and why I&#8217;ll never have anything less now. My power bills are way lower, but more importantly &#8230; my home is exponentially more comfortable. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">In nearly three decades serving Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, and Scottsdale, I\u2019ve seen these steps consistently cut bills by <strong>hundreds per summer<\/strong> while keeping homes far more comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-want-more-energy-saving-hacks\">Want More Energy-Saving Hacks?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">We cover honest product reviews, DIY tips, and Phoenix-specific energy saving advice every week. Subscribe here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/magictouchair\/videos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Magic Touch Air YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-service-cta\">Service CTA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">If you\u2019ve tried the basics and your bills are still through the roof, it\u2019s time for a pro inspection. At Magic Touch Mechanical, we specialize in diagnosing energy-wasting issues and delivering real solutions \u2014 from coil cleanings to duct sealing to high-efficiency upgrades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">\ud83d\udccd Serving Phoenix &amp; the East Valley since 1997.<br>\ud83d\udcde Call us at (480) 855-8789 or <a>Book Online<\/a> today.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns81_2af928-23{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns81_2af928-23 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns81_2af928-23\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn81_0286e7-fb.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn81_0286e7-fb.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#bd761c;border-top-color:var(--global-palette7, #EDF2F7);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette7, 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class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756164661100\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q: Is it just the heat that makes Phoenix bills so high?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Not exactly. Heat is the fuel, but waste from ducts, dirty coils, and inefficient AC is like pouring gas on the fire.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756164696719\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q: Do new AC units really save that much?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Variable-speed systems can cut cooling costs by 30\u201340% compared to older single-stage units. And, the difference in comfort is exponentially better.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756164768449\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q: How do I know if my ducts are leaking?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Common signs: hot rooms, weak airflow, dusty vents, or bills that keep climbing even after \u201ctune-ups.\u201d<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756164798770\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: How do I shade my west-facing windows?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Install good shade screes, aka solar screens or sun screens.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756259726774\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: What is the best way to reduce my power bill?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best way to reduce your power bill in Phoenix is to reduce your home&#8217;s heat gain. We cover how to reduce heat gain in this article: https:\/\/fireandairaz.com\/how-to-cool-your-home-on-hot-days\/<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id3254_5036d5-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id3254_5036d5-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id3254_5036d5-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id3254_5036d5-a0 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id3254_5036d5-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id3254_5036d5-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id3254_5036d5-a0 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column3254_13fbc2-98\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Bottom line:<\/strong> Beating high power bills in Phoenix isn\u2019t just about nudging the thermostat up a few degrees. 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