Insights > How customers can beat the heat and keep their cool

Summer heat is on full blast, and most likely, your cooling system is too. Whether you’ve lowered the thermostat or cranked up the air conditioner, increasing your energy usage can lead to an increase in your electricity bill.  

Temperatures are hitting record-breaking numbers this year, with recordings in Southeast Texas rising significantly from 2021. The historical average for Beaumont’s high temps in July ranged between 91-92 degrees. This year, recordings range from the mid-to-upper 90s and even into triple digits.

Cooling and heating costs make up about 55% of an average customer’s electric bill. When it is extremely hot, as it is now, it takes more energy to keep your home at the temperature you have set on your thermostat.

Staying cool doesn’t have to come at a cost. Here are ways you can save energy without breaking a sweat or the bank.

 If you’ve received a high bill, here are six options to manage costs or get bill assistance:

Customers who are concerned about their bill payments or are having trouble paying for their bill should reach out to the company either online or by phone at 1-800 ENTERGY (1-800-368-3749). Our representatives can review your account or help with available bill assistance options that may work best for you and your family.

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