Certain appliances will pull power as long as they're plugged in, running up your electric bill in the process.

Utility costs have risen dramatically in 2025, making it more difficult than ever to stick to a budget. According to a July CNET survey, almost eight out of 10 adults are stressed about utility bills.

The summer heat could also mean high electric bills for many across western Pennsylvania. "It's been a really hot summer. It's the first and most obvious part of the answer," Duquesne Light Company ...