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Keep the cold out of your end zone. The best offense in looking to lower your natural gas bill is a good defense against the elements.
Caulk or weather strip doors and windows
Replace aging insulation
Clean furnace filters
Wrap water heater with insulation blankets
The key to a long-term winning record is conserving energy not only during the season but in the off-season as well. Conserve now and save more in the long run.
Use extra blankets
Set water heater temperature to 120°F
Lower thermostat before leaving
Keep vents free from obstruction
Shut vents and doors to unused rooms
Close blinds at night, open on sunny days
A well-run team of updated, energy-efficient appliances can keep you in the game for many seasons to come.
Only do full loads of laundry
Don't overfill the dryer
Do not over dry
Clean lint trap before every load
Cover pots and pans when cooking (Keeping lids tight on pots and pans can tighten energy costs)
When buying kitchen appliances look for Energy Guide® labels to compare energy efficiency
Customers who qualify can call a timeout on paying full monthly costs for natural gas service in Georgia by seeking assistance from non-profit, state or local agencies.
Atlanta Gas Light and the Georgia Pacific Public Service Commission proudly assist those in need through the Home and Heartwarming Project, a joint effort with the Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority and Resources Service Ministries.
The project offers assistance in two major areas: weatherization and repair and replacement services.
Natural Gas marketer SCANA Energy Regulated Division provides natural gas service to low-income households and consumers who have been unable to obtain or maintain natural gas service from another natural gas marketer. Low-income consumers can purchase natural gas at a special rate regulated by the Georgia Public Service Commission. To learn more to see if you qualify, visit SCANA Energy Regulated Division.
There are also a number of agencies that provide assistance to people who need help with their natural gas bills. For more information, contact your local Community Action Agency or one of these organizations:
404-657-3426 or 404-657-3427 in metro Atlanta, 1-800-869-1150 outside metro Atlanta
A non-profit agency that raises funds for energy assistance. Call 678-406-0212
If you or someone you know is having trouble with energy bills, inside metro Atlanta, dial 211. All others should call 404-614-1000. To contribute to the United Way of Metro Atlanta, call 404-614-1000, or log on to www.unitedwayatl.org
Administered by the Salvation Army.
Call 404-873-3101 in metro Atlanta or 1-800-257-4273, or visit www.salvationarmy-georgia.org
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