Tips and Tricks for Lowering Your Power Bill

As the price of gas continues to go up, it is becoming more important to know how to keep your power bills low. Here are some tips and tricks to minimize your utility charges. 

Enroll in Budget Billing 

Budget billing allows you to pay a predetermined amount on your monthly bill based on your past usage. You will still pay for actual electricity and natural gas usage but not necessarily in the month of consumption. Establish an online account or call us at 888-427-5632. 

Utilize Our Energy Efficiency Programs & Rebates  

Take the HomeCheck Online assessment to evaluate your space's energy use and get tips for saving energy and money. If it’s time to upgrade your thermostat or furnace, we also have rebates available for Illinois customers. 

Apply for LIHEAP 

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is available to income-qualifying customers administered through local community action agencies. Contact Project Now. 

Additional Tips & Tricks for Lowering Your Power Bill  

• Turn your thermostat down a degree or two 
• Adjust your fridge and freezer temp 
• Take shorter showers 
• Don’t wash clothes in hot water 
• Clean your dryer’s lint trap 
• Unplug your microwave, TV and computers when not in use 
• Buy smarter bulbs, or use LED bulbs 
• In winter, open curtains and raise blinds to let natural heat in.  
• In summer, keep blinds and curtains closed to keep heat out during the summer months. 
• Use fans – air-conditioning costs 36 cents per hour to run, a ceiling fan costs 1 cent 
• Check/change your furnace filter to help make sure airflow isn’t restricted 

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