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How to save on time-of-day price plans

Learn about peak hours and see how you can save money by using energy at the right time of day.

What are time-of-day price plans?

At certain times of the day, many people and businesses in the Valley are using energy at the same time, which puts pressure on the power grid. SRP’s time-of-day plans offer price breaks for customers who can shift energy use outside of those high-demand, or “on-peak,” hours. That’s a win for the power grid and your wallet.

SRP offers multiple time-of-day price plans, so you can create a schedule that works for you and lowers your energy costs.

How it works

Save money when you shift your energy use outside of on-peak hours, Monday through Friday. You’ll get lower energy prices during off-peak hours and super off-peak hours, plus weekends and holidays, all year long.

Price planPeak hours (weekdays)
Conserve 6–9 p.m. and Save6 to 9 p.m. (Year-round)
Super off-peak hours 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day
All other hours (off-peak)
Manage Demand 5–10 p.m. and Save5 to 10 p.m. (Year-round)
Super off-peak hours 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day
All other hours (off-peak)
EZ-3
*Unavailable to new customers as of Nov. 1, 2025
3 to 6 p.m. or 4 to 7 p.m.
Time-of-use
*Unavailable to new customers as of Nov. 1, 2025
2 to 8 p.m. (May to October)
5 to 9 a.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. (November to April)
Electric Vehicle
*Unavailable to new customers as of Nov. 1, 2025
2 to 8 p.m. (May to October)
5 to 9 a.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. (November to April)
Charge your EV at super off-peak hours and save even more (11 p.m. to 5 a.m.).

To see what plan you’re on, check your bill or visit SRP My Account™. You can also switch to a time-of-day plan by visiting My Account.

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Off-peak holidays

If you are on an SRP Time-of-Day price plan — Manage Demand 5–10 p.m. and Save, Conserve 6–9 p.m. and Save, EZ-3*, Time-of-Use* or Electric Vehicle* — you will enjoy off-peak pricing on the following holidays:

  • New Year's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

Easiest way to save: Precool before on-peak hours

Nearly half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling.* To save big, install a programmable or smart thermostat and precool your home before on-peak hours begin.

  1. Three hours before on-peak hours begin, set the thermostat to three degrees below your preferred temperature.
  2. When on-peak hours begin, set the thermostat to three degrees above your preferred temperature to keep the air conditioner from running too much.
  3. When on-peak hours end, set the thermostat back to your preferred setting.

*Source: ENERGYSTAR.gov (Opens in a new tab)

Some homes may require more time to precool/return to preferred settings. Adjust the temperature and timing based on your home’s size, age and building materials and your comfort level. Some smart thermostats learn your schedule and are programmed automatically. You may need to turn off this feature to precool.

Install a smart thermostat to make precooling easy

With a smart thermostat, you can set a schedule to adjust the temperature automatically. You can also adjust the temperature anytime, from anywhere, using your smartphone.

Save on a smart thermostat when you shop the SRP Marketplace™.
(Be on the lookout for sales and rebate offers throughout the year!)

Not-for-profit. Here for you.

As a not-for-profit, SRP offers some of the lowest energy rates in the region without sacrificing reliability. Save up to $100 with thermostat rebates and learn about other discounts that help keep your bill affordable.

More ways to save energy during peak hours

Save on your time-of-day plan by shifting what time of the day you use major appliances. Plan to use these appliances during off-peak hours:

Pool Pump
Pool Pump
Install a timer for your pump. Run the pump just long enough to keep the water clean.
Electric Oven
Electric Oven
Avoid using the oven to keep the kitchen cool. Grill outside or use the microwave instead.
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Use the "energy saving" setting to save on energy costs.
Washing Machine and Electric Dryer
Washing Machine and Electric Dryer
Only use your washer and dryer during off-peak hours. Be sure to use cooler temperature settings.
Electric or Heat Pump Water Heater
Electric or Heat Pump Water Heater
Install a timer for your water heater to keep it from running during on-peak hours.
Electric Vehicle
Electric Vehicle
Charge your vehicle during super off-peak hours.
Air Conditioner
Air Conditioner
Precool your home before peak hours start to decrease demand during high-cost times.
Delayed Start Button
Delayed Start Button
If your appliances have a delayed start feature, you can easily run them when peak hours end.

Most computers use a lot less energy than other major appliances, so if you're worried about computer usage influencing your TOD savings, don't be. You can still save on a TOD price plan when working from home.

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Visit SRP My Account
Log in to SRP My Account and view your hourly usage chart to see when your home uses the most energy.
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Download the SRP Power App™
See your daily energy usage and cost using the SRP Power app.
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Changing your price plan

Try the Conserve 6-9 p.m. and Save or Manage Demand 5-10 p.m. and Save price plan with a 90-day guarantee. If your first three bills aren’t lower than what they would have been on your current plan, contact SRP customer service. We will credit your bill the difference and return you to your current plan.

Questions? Call (602) 236-8888. We’re here to help 24/7.

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