Kill-a-Watt Meter

Check Your Home’s Energy Consumption and Potentially Save Money

Are you looking to reduce your energy bills? A Kill-A-Watt meter can help you determine which, if any, appliances in your home are using significant amounts of energy and may need to be replaced by more energy-efficient models. Simply plug the meter into the outlet, then plug the appliance into the meter. After waiting the recommended time, as indicated in the instructions, press the button to generate an energy consumption number. Here is one chart indicating typical energy usage for a variety of appliances.