- Putting a timer on your water heater
- Using programmable thermostats
- Doing laundry before or after peak times
- Turn the dishwasher on during off peak hours
Residential Time-Of-Use Service Schedule Rate
Time of Use (TOU) is a special rate schedule that rewards members for using electricity during off peak periods, allowing them to save money on their monthly electric bills. By shifting your household activities to off-peak hours, you can see monthly savings.
What Determines On-Peak and Off-Peak Hours?
On-Peak Hours:
November 1 – March 31 The on-peak hours are defined as the hours between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. Monday-Sunday
April 1 – October 31 The on-peak hours are defined as the
hours between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday-Sunday
Off-Peak Hours:
The off-peak hours in any month are defined as all hours not specified as on-peak hours.
Summer
April 1 – October 31
Winter
November 1 – March 31
Ways to Save with TOU
Turn off (or down) these things during on-peak hours. Use the tool below to see which behaviors have the biggest impact on your savings when you shift energy use to off-peak.
HVAC
Laundry
Electric Water Heater
Dishwasher
Lighting
Fridge/Freezer
Oven/Stove
Television
0% Potential Peak Savings
TOU Monthly Rate Plan
Monthly Facilities Charges:
Single-Phase $25.00
Three-Phase $40.00
Energy Charges:
On-Peak kWhs 24.0 ¢ per on-peak kWh
Off-Peak kWhs 8.0 ¢ per off-peak kWh (33% savings!)
Ready to get started?
To sign up for one of these rates, call 800.474.6300 or 919.863.6300 or email us at information@wemc.com and include the following information: First and last name, account number, daytime telephone number, and email address.
Additional Time Of Use Rate Details And Terms:
When you sign up for TOU, you’ll agree to remain on the schedule for at least one year. If you go back to your old rate, you will be charged a $20 fee to cover the administrative tasks associated with changing your rate.
This schedule is applicable to and available for residential use only, or for uses incidental thereto, to be supplied through one meter to each residence, apartment unit, or farm (excluding prepaid).
- The capacity of individual motors served under this classification shall not exceed 10 H.P..
- The Cooperative may require a written contract for any requested three-phase service.
- TYPES OF SERVICE: Single-phase, 60-cycles, and where available, three-phase, 60 cycles.
- MINIMUM MONTHLY CHARGE: The minimum monthly charge shall be the appropriate Monthly Facilities Charge.
- CONTRACT PERIOD: Consumers must remain on the schedule for at least one year unless they pay a $20 fee.
- SALES TAX: Any applicable State and local sales taxes will be added.
- TERMS OF PAYMENT: Bills are due and payable on the date of the bill, past due 25 days thereafter.