Electricity Bill Saving Tips in Summer: These days, fire is raining from the sky and the afternoon sun turns the room into a furnace. In such a situation, everyone feels like running AC, but the huge electricity bill at the end of the month makes one sweat. If you also want to avoid the hassle of expensive air conditioners and electricity bills, then a 'desi jugaad' can be of great use to you. By spending just ₹ 200, you can prepare such a mini cooler at home, which can make you feel as cool as Shimla-Manali. This will not put any burden on your pocket either.

Why try this jugaad?

• It can be prepared at low cost i.e. only ₹150-₹200.
• Consumes less power. It runs on the same consumption as the fan.
• Instant cooling is available.
• Can be prepared at home, there is no technical hassle.

What is required to make a desi cooler?

1 plastic box or bucket

1 small table fan

2-3 empty bottles, fill them with water and freeze them.

cutter and scissors

tape or glue

Step by step method of making desi cooler

• First of all, make 2-3 small holes in the side of the box for air to escape.
• Keep frozen water bottles inside.
• Place the fan in such a way that air goes inside the box.
• Close the gap with tape, so that air does not escape.
• Turn on the fan, cool air will come from the outside holes.
• Your low-cost desi cooler is ready.

How does this work?

The ice in the bottles kept in it cools the air and the fan spreads that cold air in the room. This can be considered as an instant cooling device. It can be best for small room, kitchen or study room. Its use is easy and less expensive. For even better results, keep 2-3 bottles together. This will result in more cooling. If used at night, the coolness will last longer. While running it, keep the windows and doors slightly open, so that the air flow remains better and keep changing the bottle during the day.

How much savings from this desi cooler?

On running AC, the electricity bill is at least ₹ 1500-₹ 3000 per month. However, it depends on the usage. If your bill comes to this much, then this desi jugaad will only power the fan. With this, savings of up to ₹ 1000-₹ 2000 can be possible.

Keep these things in mind

• It will not provide cooling like AC, but it can definitely provide relief.
• Its effect will be less in a very large room.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed to avoid water leakage.

Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for general information and DIY use purposes only. The cooling results and electricity bill savings mentioned here are approximate and may vary depending on your room size, season, usage and setup. This Jugaad is not a complete alternative to AC or professional cooler. Use power tools with caution and safety when making any DIY setup.