Overall seasonal costs remain efficient.

Should You Change Your Heating Habits?

No—and this is where many homeowners go wrong.

Trying to outsmart TOD rates by adjusting your thermostat:

  • Reduces system efficiency
  • Increases total energy use
  • Can lead to higher bills

✔ The most cost-effective strategy is consistent operation

Connected Homes Program: Extra Savings Opportunity

CMLP offers a Connected Homes thermostat program:

  • Small adjustments during rare peak demand events (2–3 times per year)
  • Earn $5 per month per device when participating

Important:

  • Your thermostat will not be adjusted daily during peak hours
  • This protects your heat pump’s efficiency while offering incentives

Why Utilities Are Moving to TOD Rates

Time-of-Day pricing reflects real energy demand and helps:

  • Reduce strain on the electric grid
  • Encourage use of cleaner energy sources
  • Lower long-term costs for the community

For homeowners, this means more control over energy spending through smarter usage timing.

What If Your Energy Bills Don’t Go Down?

Every home is different. Your results may depend on:

  • Insulation quality
  • Home size and layout
  • Equipment efficiency
  • Thermostat habits

If TOD rates don’t fit your lifestyle, an opt-out rate is available.

Final Takeaway: The Easiest Way to Save

To maximize savings under Time-of-Day rates:

✔ Keep your thermostat steady
✔ Let your heat pump run continuously
✔ Take advantage of overnight (super off-peak) rates
✔ Avoid frequent temperature adjustments

Simple changes—or in this case, not changing at all—can lead to meaningful savings.

Want Help Reducing Your Energy Bills?

At Endless Energy, we help homeowners:

  • Optimize heat pump performance
  • Lower heating and cooling costs
  • Navigate new electric rate structures

👉 Schedule your free home energy consultation today
👉 Get personalized recommendations for your home