| Hi lucky, You'll need a meter to read 220. Mine uses a current probe I connect at the electrical panel. Create a chart to list every electrical device you have. Assign a measured or estimated power use to each one. See how close it comes to actual, then adjust the numbers as needed to make your list and actual agree. Check with your power co to see if they loan a power meter to check appliances where you estimated. If you can't find one for free, check the rental places.
Also, start reading about credits for purchasing energy efficient appliances and estimate your savings to investment for buying some new stuff. Anything that pays back in 5 years or less is a no brainer must. 5 to 10 years is still a good investment. Try putting your money in a bank and getting 10%.
Let us know how you do,
Bud
PS as for the off peak meter, I tried it many years ago and went crazy with the shift in my routine. But that's me. If you cam make it work, it will save. However, identifying and reducing your daily power use will work 24/7.
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