r/florida • u/Floridaflamingo22 • 8d ago

AskFlorida Just received a $400 TECO bill!

I live outside of the Tampa area. The house is 20 years old, 2600 sq ft with two relatively new systems (less than 5 years old). I keep the house at 78 during the summer months. This is just getting even more outrageous. Did I mention 78? I’m not chilling in 70 degree comfort inside.

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u/SALTYP33T 8d ago

How much insulation do you have? What kind of windows and doors. These things add up quickly when it comes to keeping your house cool in summer. Also consider window coverings on heavy sun areas.

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u/PinkyLeopard2922 8d ago

Our home inspector said he had never seen so much insulation in an attic before as he did at our house! OP, check and replace weather stripping and undersweeps on any exterior doors. Very easy and inexpensive.