Power Consumption of Household Appliances

Abstract

Power consumption is one of the most considered factors in buying appliances since it is the barometer of every monthly electric bill. Constant monitoring, awareness, and proper usage of every appliance especially at home provide check and balance; however, it has objectively contributed to positive changes and development. The study assessed the power consumption of household appliances of the residents in Villaba, Leyte, Philippines. The respondents were representative member of each household. The study used a descriptive-survey design. The results revealed that the television set (TV) is the most frequently used with the maximum number of hours in use of forty-four (44) hours, followed by an electric fan with fifty-one (51) hours and then the third is a refrigerator with one hundred five )105) hours in use per week. Based on the findings, it can be concluded that power consumption depends on these factors namely: low voltage, appliance’s wattage, power failure, standby power, and user’s end. With proper orientation and awareness of the user, the electric bill of each household may be minimized. Thus, a consumer awareness program and further seminars/training be administered to each household or consumer about the power consumption of appliances.