Now that summer is officially over, it might be a good time to take a few minutes and look back at the utility bills you received over the last few months. Did you notice anything different about them compared to the other months of the year, or in years past? For a lot of homeowners, they’ve noticed that different seasons – especially summer – have a significant impact on their household expenses.
As an example, consider just one system in your house – the plumbing. What are some of the ways that your plumbing is affected in the summertime? Well, for one, if you’re away for an extended period in the summer, your utility bills may have decreased considerably. More likely, though, this summer included a lot of time at home with your family. How many more times are they flushing the toilet, taking showers, or brushing their teeth? All of this increased use of your plumbing could have an impact on your utility bill and the system itself.
