Utility bills are increasing during this ongoing period of inflation. As temperatures drop, and heaters turn on, here is what you can do about it.
The ABC News Data Team found that in the Chicago Metro Area:35.1% of households reduced or forwent basic necessities, such as food or medicine, to pay an energy bill."We do recognize that some of our families have to make certain sacrifices to afford their utility bills and that's why we want them to come to us, to relieve some of that debt they own," said Latoya Butler, the energy services director at CEDA.
"We do expect that need to increase and we are here and ready. There are probably more people eligible than they realize," Butler said. Qualifying for assistance is based on household income and more people may qualify than expect to. For example, the 30 day gross income for households of four people needs to be at or below $4,625.
You can reduce energy costs by unplugging electronics and chargers when not in use, using your microwave instead of the oven, sealing drafts in your home and by adjusting your temperature by just a few degrees. But keep it safe, between 68- 72 degrees.cedaorg.net/find-services/gas-and-electric/LIHEAP FURNACE ASSISTANCE: If your household is LIHEAP eligible and your heating system isn't working properly or is red-tagged, CEDA can help repair or replace your furnace or boiler.
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