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The average residential gas-heating bill is projected to be about $341 per month between November and March, according to an announcement from the company on Monday, Nov. 1.
That's an increase of about 24 percent from last winter's average monthly bill of $275, Con Edison said.
The company said the price increase is mainly due to supply costs, and the projection also reflects the increase in delivery charges.
Con Edison urged customers to use the following tips to save money on heating:
- Set your thermostat at the lowest temperature at which you are comfortable and safe. Each degree lower decreases heating costs.
- Make sure heating vents are not blocked by furniture, carpeting or anything else that could obstruct the flow of heat.
- Have a qualified contractor clean and inspect your heating system.
- Insulate hot-water pipes and warm-air ducts that pass through unheated areas. Clean or replace filters for your hot-air furnace and heat pump.
- Swap out window shades seasonally. Light-colored window coverings reflect the sun's energy, while darker ones absorb it and release heat.
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