Okoa kakitu: Kenya Power shares 3 easy ironing tricks to cut electricity bills
By Dan Kauna, August 12, 2026Kenya Power has shared advice for households looking to keep their monthly energy costs low, pointing out simple changes in daily home routines.
In a message posted on X on August 12, 2026, the power distributor challenged consumers to rethink whether their home appliances are running unnecessarily throughout the day, noting that making tiny adjustments around the house can lead to noticeable reductions on monthly power bills.
The power distributor noted that paying closer attention to home energy habits offers a quick way to protect your wallet, stating that “a quick ‘energy check’ of your home is an easy win for your budget this month.”
To drive the message home, Kenya Power published an educational graphic titled Okoa Kakitu Ukipiga Pasi, showing a man ironing trousers on a board as a young boy watches.
The poster encourages consumers to rethink their laundry routines, pointing out that changing how you press clothes can cut down electricity consumption. Flat irons draw substantial power due to their high heating wattage, making them a prime target for cutting household energy costs.
1. Iron clothes in bulk
Instead of switching on an iron multiple times across the week for individual items, the company recommends pressing clothes all at once in a single session. Heating the iron plate from cold draws a heavy electrical current each time it starts up.
By ironing in bulk, households avoid these repeated power spikes and use energy far more efficiently.
2. Start with heavy fabrics first
When getting through a pile of laundry, order matters. The power distributor advises users to press heavy materials such as denim jeans, coats, and thick trousers at the very beginning.
This allows you to take full advantage of the iron while it is operating at its maximum heat setting.
3. Iron light fabrics with leftover heat
The final trick focuses on making smart use of residual heat to finish off laundry without drawing extra power from the grid. Users should switch off the iron or unplug it from the wall socket just before completing the job.
The remaining heat trapped on the iron plate is usually enough to smooth out lighter items such as t-shirts, silk, and thin cotton shirts.
By adopting these simple habits, families across the country can manage power consumption and stretch their household budgets further. Kenya Power continues to encourage electricity users to monitor home energy patterns and make use of its digital customer care channels for quick account services.