How can these reports help me?
Certain circumstances can make it difficult to reduce energy use significantly. Even if your usage remains higher than the average, you should be able to find tips to realize some savings.
Home Energy Reports update
How can these reports help me?
Log into Account Manager and select Your Utility Use at the top, righthand side of the screen. In the drop-down menu, select Home Energy Analysis. Click on Update My Home Profile and answer questions to update your energy use profile with the most accurate information about your home.
See all our tips on the Ways to Save page.
The Maryland Energy Administration and ENERGY STAR® are also good, independent resources for additional information on energy savings.
To opt out, contact us at SMECOEnergyReports@icfi.com or by calling (877)-818-4094.
Nearly half of our total member base receives the Home Energy Reports on paper, mailed every other month. If you are among this randomly selected group and prefer to go paperless or to receive an email in addition to your paper report, contact SMECOEnergyReports@icfi.com or call (877)-818-4094.
The Home Energy Report compares your energy use to the usage patterns of a group of about 100 homes in your area that have similar square footage and heating sources. These comparisons are completely anonymous, and no member’s personal information or individual energy use is released. To ensure we are comparing you as precisely as possible, please update your Home Profile with the most accurate information.
Our comparisons include 100 similar, nearby, and occupied homes. Our research shows that this 100-home average is a good indication of typical usage. To ensure we are comparing your usage as precisely as possible, please update your Home Profile with the most accurate information.
There are certain steps any household can take to reduce energy use, including using a smart thermostat to manage heating and cooling, turning off lights when not in use, and running full loads in their dishwashers, washers, and dryers. SMECO’s Home Energy Reports provide you with detailed information and specific steps to help you be as efficient as possible with home energy use.