FAQs

When the switch attached to your water heater is remotely activated, it turns the unit off for typically up to two hours. Alternatively, a remotely-activated switch on your central air conditioner cycles the compressor on and off for 15 minutes out of every half-hour. When the Peak-demand period ends the switches are returned to normal function.

The switch is normally activated one to two times a month, but could sometimes be more, depending on daily temperatures. The typical peak times for activation are 6-8am during the winter months, and 6-8pm during the summer.

Yes, the switch will cycle the air-conditioner portion of your heat pump on and off, while allowing the unit’s fan to remain on to continue to circulate air in your house. 

You help the City keep your electric rates among the lowest in Virginia. You also receive electric water heater service and first-call diagnostic on your air conditioner.

Call the City and we will have a licensed contractor contact you and schedule a time to reinstall the switch on your new equipment. 

While you will not see the savings as a monetary credit on the Electric portion of your monthly bill, the switch does help keep your electric rates down.

Call the City of Manassas 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 703-257-8353.

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