How to Lower Your DEWA Bill in Dubai

Everyone is on the lookout for ways to save a few dirhams, and instead of cutting back on enjoyable activities, it makes more sense to reduce recurring expenses. Alongside your rent or mortgage, one of your consistent monthly outgoings is likely to be your bill from the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), the sole provider of electricity and water services in the emirate.

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But the key question isn’t about how to set up an account—that part is easy. You’re here because you want to learn how to bring down the cost of your monthly bill, and fortunately, we have some excellent hacks directly from DEWA.

Money-Saving Tips for Your DEWA Bill

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Utilize the Smart Living Dashboard

You may be surprised to learn that the keys to a lower bill are right at your fingertips, yet you might not be taking full advantage of them. DEWA emphasizes that utilizing the Smart Living Initiative can help you monitor your electricity and water usage, allowing you to identify areas for reduction.

A DEWA spokesperson stated: “The Smart Living Initiative allows DEWA customers to monitor their daily, monthly, and yearly consumption of energy and water. The DEWA Smart Living Dashboard presents this data in an easy-to-read format, enabling customers to track and manage their consumption trends, which ultimately helps in becoming more energy and water-efficient.”

Activate the ‘Away Mode’ Feature

Another effective hack is to use the dashboard’s Away Mode, which meticulously tracks your consumption when you’re not home. DEWA explains: “This is a dedicated tool that notifies users about unusual consumption patterns while they are away.” This feature ensures that any sudden spikes in energy or water usage are quickly identified, helping to prevent unnecessary expenses and waste.

So, whether you’ve accidentally left the tap running or your lights are racking up costs while you’re at work, this vigilant feature has got you covered.

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The second feature, while perhaps less frequently utilized, can save you from an unexpectedly high bill. It’s the high water usage alert. Though it may not have the most glamorous title, this notification can be your first indication of excessive spending or even a water leak. You can easily set up these alerts through the DEWA app.

DEWA elaborated: “The service proactively detects any unusual increases in consumption and sends timely alerts to investigate internal connections and halt leaks. This allows leaks to be addressed within minutes of their occurrence, preventing water wastage and damage to your property.” DEWA handles external maintenance up to the meter, but this service empowers customers to take responsibility for internal connections, with support available across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Finally, if you feel like you’ve already optimized your usage and can’t identify further areas for savings, consider the DEWA consumption assessment, which provides insights into your monthly usage patterns and offers tailored tips for optimization. Simply fill out a brief form, and DEWA will do the rest, even showing you how your consumption compares to similar households.

Download the DEWA app to access step-by-step instructions for the consumption assessment.

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