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How to Save on Your Electric Bill (and Get Free Stuff!)

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Wondering how to save on your electric bill? Of course, there are ways you can cut back on your electricity usage… but the best way to save might come directly from your electricity provider!

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From free appliances to budget billing, most utility companies offer services that can help their customers save money. We’ve found secret programs that can give you monthly discounts, provide $10,000+ in FREE home improvements and so much more! It’s the easiest way to learn how to save on your electric bill!

In 2015, I bought a home in another town and I was suddenly faced with power bills that were over $1,000 per month! I was shocked and I couldn’t afford it… so I called our power company and asked for help. I discovered TONS of programs that I never knew existed!

The company even sent a representative to evaluate our home, recommend cost-saving measures and even gave us two free shower-heads and about a dozen free LED light bulbs! The representative also told us how we could get a new refrigerator and washing machine absolutely free. About a year later, we discovered another program offered through our local Community Action Council that installed over $18,000 in FREE home improvement products (including a new air conditioner)!

We were also able to get more than $2,000 in pledges to help lower our bills.

These programs SAVED my budget… and I bet they could help yours, too!

After rent, the electricity bill is usually the biggest item in a family’s budget. If you’re struggling to pay it, it’s no wonder why you want to learn how to save on your electric bill!

That’s why I’ve been on a mission to research and write about every power company in the US. I’ve discovered all sorts of helpful programs during my research, including monthly discounts, free weatherization programs, moratoriums that prevent your power from being disconnected, programs that forgive your past-due balance and so much more!

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Are you ready to learn how to save on your electric bill?

I haven’t finished the list yet, so if you don’t see your state or power provider in the list, just leave a comment and let me know. I’ll add it to my to-do list and get that research done for you just as soon as I can!

You’ll find an alphabetized state list below. Just select your state to get started!

Alabama

Alabama has many power companies, including Alabama Power, Decatur Utilities, Dixie Electric Cooperative and more. Here are the companies we’ve investigated in Alabama so far.

Arizona

Arizona’s power companies range from city utilities, like the City of Mesa, to larger providers like APS and SRP. See what we’ve found in Arizona!

Arkansas

From American Electric Power to SWEPCO and more, we’ve investigated many companies in Arkansas. Check out the list.

California

California residents can save money on Southern California Edison (SCE), Pacific Gas and Electric (PGE) and more.

Colorado

We haven’t listed very many Colorado providers yet. Leave us a comment with your Colorado power company so we can add it to the research list.

Connecticut

Wondering how to save on your electric bill in Connecticut? That’s a great question! Check this list and if you don’t see your provider, let us know in a comment!

Delaware

If you’re wrestling with big power bills in this small state, we’re here to help! Check this list and let us know if your company is missing!

Florida

We get a lot of requests for power companies in Florida! From Orlando Utilities Commission to Florida Power and Light, we’ve got a long list of Florida power companies right here.

Georgia

Need to know how to save on your electric bill in Georgia? We’ve got the scoop on Georgia Power and other Georgia power companies right here.

Hawaii

Living in Hawaii is expensive enough. You don’t need to worry about sky-high electric bills! We’ve found help low income islanders, too.

Idaho

Idaho customers can save money on their utility bills, too! Learn what programs are available from your Idaho companies here.

Illinois 

We’ve investigated a mix of electricity and gas companies throughout Illinois! Check this list and see if we’ve covered your company!

Indiana

From American Electric Power (AEP) to Vectren, we’ve got a long list of Indiana electric providers! If you’re trying to figure out how to save money on your electric bill in Indiana, this list should help.

Iowa

We’ve got the scoop on power companies in Iowa! From Access to MidAmerican, see if we’ve covered your Iowa power company here!

Kansas

Kansas companies, such as Kansas Gas and Westar Energy, offer money-saving programs, too! Find out how to save on your electric bill in Kansas here.

Kentucky

We’ve written about a lot of companies in Kentucky, including American Electric Power, Duke Energy, Kentucky Power and so much more. See if we’ve written about your Kentucky provider here.

Louisiana

Louisiana customers of CLECO, SWEPCO and all the other COs can save money on their utilities, too! Here’s our list of Louisiana providers. If you don’t see yours, let us know and we’ll add it to the research list.

Maine

We’ve written about a few companies in Maine but I’m sure we’re missing a bunch. If you don’t see yours on this list, be sure to let me know so we can add it!

Maryland

Some of our readers have requested Maryland power companies, so we’ve got information on Baltimore Gas and Electric, SMECO and more. If you don’t see yours listed here, just let us know!

Massachusetts 

If you’re a customer of Eversource, National Grid or another company, here’s how to save on your electric bill in Massachusetts!

Michigan

We’ve written about a lot of Michigan power bills! From American Electric Power to XCel Energy, you can find a list of Michigan energy providers right here.

Minnesota

Don’t see your provider on this list of Minnesota companies? Let me know and I’ll add our company to our research list!

Mississippi

We’ve written about Mississippi power and more! To see if we’ve written about your company, check this list. Let me know if you don’t see yours!

Missouri

We don’t have many Missouri power companies in our list yet, so be sure to leave us a comment with your company name! We’re happy to add it to our research list and see what we can find.

Montana

Montana Dakota Utilities can’t be the only provider in Montana, right? Check here to see the companies we’ve researched in Montana so far and let me know if yours isn’t on the list yet!

Nebraska

Wondering how to save on your electric bill in Nebraska? This is the list you’re looking for! 

Nevada

Nevada customers can save money on their utilities, too! Here’s what we’ve found in Nevada so far.

New Hampshire

New Hampshire is  a small state with big savings! Find out how to save on your electric bill in New Hampshire here.

New Jersey

Another little state with big savings! New Jersey customers can learn how to save on your electric bill in their state by checking out this list.

New Mexico

We’ve only had a few New Mexico requests, so our list is still fairly small. Check it out and let me know if you use a different provider!

New York

There are a ton of different electricity providers in New York! If you’re wondering how to save on your electric bill in New York, all you have to do is select your provider from this list!

North Carolina

From Dominion to South River, we’ve found a lot of providers in North Carolina that offer awesome savings programs! Check out what we’ve found!

North Dakota

You could save on Montana Dakota Utilities, XCel Energy and more! If you’re a North Dakota energy consumer, you can’t afford to miss this.

Ohio

We’ve spent a lot of time researching power companies in Ohio! If you’re looking for more information about how to save on your electric bill in Ohio, this is the list you want.

Oklahoma

We have had many requests for help in Oklahoma, so we’ve got a long list of providers already written up. As always, just let me know if you don’t see yours in this list!

Oregon

Our Oregon readers can learn how to save on your electric bill by visiting this list of Oregon energy providers! We’ve got several in our list. If you don’t see yours, just let me know!

Pennsylvania

Save money on your Pennsylvania power bills with this information. We’ve found help from several providers in this state!

Rhode Island

Rhode Island is a tiny state with big savings! If you’re wondering how to save on your electric bill in Rhode Island, here’s the information you’re looking for!

South Carolina

If you’re looking to save money in South Carolina, we’ve found assistance from big companies like Duke Energy and little coops like Laurens Electric Cooperative! See the full list here.

South Dakota

South Dakota customers can save money with MidAmerican Energy, Montana Dakota Utilities, XCel Energy and other providers! We’ve got instructions on how to save on your electric bill in South Dakota here.

Tennessee

We’ve written about several providers in Tennessee! We’ve got big providers that serve a lot of customers, like Cleveland Utilities, and smaller coops that only serve a few. See if we’ve written about your company by clicking here. If you can’t find it on the list, let me know!

Texas

Everything’s bigger in Texas, including our list of energy providers! If you need information on how to save on your electric bill in Texas, this list should surely help.

Utah

Whether you’re a customer of Rocky Mountain Power, Dominion Energy, or some other provider, this list of Utah energy providers has info that can help you!

Vermont

We don’t have many providers in Vermont yet! If you’re a Vermont resident, let us know what power companies we can research for you and we’ll get them added to the list!

Virginia

We only have a few providers in Virginia right now.  If you’re a Virginia resident, let us know what power companies we can research for you and we’ll get them added to the list!

Washington 

Since we originally served Washington State only, this list is the most comprehensive on the site! If you live in Washington and you want to know how to save on your electric bill, you can’t afford to miss this!

Washington DC

Washington DC residents can choose their suppliers, too. We’ve found help from PEPCO and more!

West Virginia

Ready to save money on your power bill in West Virginia? We’ve found help from Dominion Energy, Mon Power and more!

Wisconsin

Wisconsin customers can save money on their bills from We Energies, Xcel Energy and more! Here’s the full list.

Wyoming

Wondering how to save on your electric bill in Wyoming? Here’s what we’ve found from your local Wyoming providers. 

If you do not see your state listed, please leave me a comment with your power company name AND your state.

If you leave me a comment with your power company name AND state, I will research and write up a post about how your specific power company can help you save money! Since some power companies span several states, your location enables me to identify the savings that are available to your specific area.

In the meantime, check out this post that will help you reduce your bills no matter where you reside!

You can save even more money with these programs!

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  1. I was trying to see what they had in North Carolina Reidsville Rockingham County Duke power is the Energy company this website is awesome

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  5. Would like to know about programs in rural east Texas. Bowie-Cass Electric Co-op. Atlanta Texas. Thanks for sharing this information.

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  6. Hi I’m looking to see what’s available in Massachusetts but its not listed. Love your articles. Thanks for the help!

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    • Hey, Jeanette! We’ve been trying to track down information on Washington EMC. I wasn’t getting anywhere so I asked a friend for some help. Although she eventually received a call back from their customer service manager, it didn’t go well. Here’s what she said:

      “So I did end up getting a call back from their customer service/relations manager who said that they do not offer any discounts or incentives. I gave examples of what other companies are doing (power checking/payment plans/etc) and he continued to say they did not offer anything like that not would they want too. He was pretty rude :/ I explained that I wasn’t trying to “scam” the company, but show people on a budget there is hope and ways to save on often extremely expensive bills. He then hung up on me. :/”

      We’ll keep looking but it seems like Washington EMC might just be a company to avoid as much as possible. I’m so sorry!

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  8. Hello,

    Thank you for providing information! I just found out about your website..Do you have any info for Georgia?

    Thanks in advance!

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    • Thanks for asking, Laura! We’re working on Georgia Power and Washington EMC right now. I’ll let you know as soon as it’s done. If you need information about a different company, please don’t hesitate to ask! 🙂

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  10. Hi Nicole, Thank you for compiling this site with so much helpful information!
    I was wondering if you could find some info for power savings in Pennsylvania with PP&L!
    Thank you !

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  13. I love all the posts you have done! I did a basic search for something…..I can’t even recall what at this second, have been soaking in all of the great deals out there & can only hold so much information at once lol! BTW that was an hour and a half ago I sat down to do that “quick search”, I will have to get up from my desk at some point, but wanted to relay my thanks and give you major kudos for all your work!
    I would like to know if you are able to find out anything for SRP or CIry of Mesa for Mesa Arizona, particularly for the 85207-6642 zip code.

    Thanks again!

    ~ April ♥

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    • I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed this info, April! Thanks for visiting – and thanks for leaving such an encouraging comment! =D We’ll definitely see what we can find in Mesa. When we’re done, we’ll come back and leave a comment right here with links for you. 🙂

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  17. Bless you for creating this site! I live in Virginia Beach and the only electrical company we have here is Dominion Energy. I phoned them and asked if they offered any temporary relief as I could not pay the current bill and they gave me a 211 number to call for assistance in Virginia. When I phoned they asked my zip code and gave me names of local churches that may be able to give me cash to pay my delinquent bill. Not what I was looking for. They cut off my power. I asked where the $1.00 Energy Share donation went to that they requested on every bill and the person I was speaking with ‘had no idea’. She sounded really bored with the whole call but did thank me for calling. I replied in kind. At least she didn’t hang up on me, right?! (LOL) If you could find any helpful information regarding Dominion Energy, I’d really appreciate it.

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  18. Hi Nichole,

    Just wondering if you have any information for TECO (Tampa Electric Company) in Polk County, Florida. Any information is greatly appreciated. Thanks for all that you do and for all of the informative information

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  19. Nicole, you are the greatest.
    We have American Electric Power. Cabell County. West Virginia
    Thank you for all that you have done and are doing.

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  20. Hello and good afternoon Nicole,
    My name is Misti and I live in Decatur County in Iowa. The name of our power company is Alliant Energy. Any information that you may have on any aide they may possibly provide to help out their customers, would be greatly appreciated. I am thankful for having someone that is willing to give up their time in order to help out someone they do not even know. I would like to say thank you.
    – Misti –

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  22. Looking for any savings/discount/free offers for utilities in Kannapolis, NC. I have Duke Energy and PSNC for electric and gas. Spectrum for Internet. I receive ss disability as well as ebt. What is available in my area? Thanks so much !!

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  24. Thank you so much for all your tips. I’m able to help my family so much because of it. Im trying to find energy information for St Louis Missouri and the company name is Ameren. Thanks again. Keep up the great work

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    • Hi, Mary! Thanks for pointing that out. I’ve put that company on the research list and I’ll comment here again when the research is complete. Thanks!

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    • Hi, April! Thanks for letting me know! I’ve added that to our research list and we’ll get that information published just as soon as we can.

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    • Hi, Janna! I’ve added Green Mountain Energy to our research list and we’ll get that information published as soon as possible. Thanks! 🙂

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  42. I live in Florida and have OUC (orlando utilities company) they are crazy expensive and dont see them offering any help, but they could i guess. My sister has Duke energy, we both are in St. cloud. We dont have an option on to choose a provider. Its choosen for us through our location. Of you can find info on both of these companies that’d be amazing!

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    • Hi, Miranda! I live in an area where our power companies are dictated by location, also, so I totally understand how frustrating that can be. I’ve added both of those companies to our research list and we’ll get that information published as soon as we can. 🙂

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    • I’m sure our writers will be able to find something! I’ve added that to the research list and they’ll get that information written up for you as soon as they can. Thanks, Nathan! 🙂

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  45. We live in Quebec TEN and use Coney Fork Electric Cooperative. We are living with family currently with our 4 kids and 1st grandchild and it gets so hot in my daughters room. My husband works but we also get snap and i know a few years back the UCHRA(Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency) gave needy families an air conditioner. Im trying to see about getting hello with one for her room for the baby who was born May 8, 2018 and was in Nashville NICK for 10 days. Any info would be greatly appreciated. -Keisha

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    • Hi, Keisha! I will add Caney Fork Electric to our research list. It could be a while before we’re able to get that research completed, though, because our research list is so long. I recommend reaching out to the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) and asking about their weatherization program. They should be able to help you. The United Ways of Tennessee (http://www.uwtn.org/) should be able to help you find other agencies that may be able to assist, also. Best of luck! <3

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  51. Hello, Im in Pensacola Florida and our power company is Gulf power and I would love to know of any assistance I could get from them.

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    • Hi, Kristina! We’ve got that on our research list and we should have that information ready for you very soon… hopefully within the next two weeks! 🙂

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  52. Hello, I live in NC but my utility wasn’t listed. They are the most expensive in the state I believe. I appreciate your time and consideration. Thank you.
    Linda R

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    • Hi, Linda! Thanks for letting me know. I’ve added that to our research list and we’ll get that information for you as soon as we can. =D

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  53. Hi Nicole, such an amazing thing you’re doing here. This is a much needed service for so many of us. I live in LaPlace, La 70068. We’re about 30-45 mins from New Orleans. I have 3 girls, ages 21, 17, & 16. My husband & I also care for 1 other female & 2 males age 16, 18, & 20 who were homeless before they came to live with us but good kids & simply needed a safe place to go. Needless to say we have a very active household, lol. I’m giving you all the ages in hopes that will help you help US, , as we are in dire need of it. My husband works but our income is not enough to make ends meet with so many of us. I have a bad foot that doesn’t allow me to stand longer than a few hours at a time due to a car accident. Anything you can find to help us would be appreciated. We don’t seem to have many resources here. My husband & I are ages 50 & 37 & I’m concerned for our health as well. We have one dog & I worry about his health as well. We have one vehicle & it constantly leaves me stranded & I have to be towed home until my husband can fix it again.

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    • Hi, Samantha!

      I’m so thankful that you were able to take in those extra kids. It’s a wonderful thing that your family is doing. 🙂

      The best way to find help in your area is to contact VIA Link. VIA Link maintains a directory of resources in your area. They also offer a nifty chat feature, so you can ask them to look up specific resources for you. They should be able to help you connect with helpful organizations that serve people in your area.

      Our research list is hundreds of needs long right now, so VIA Link should be able to help you with your urgent needs (like transportation, health and veterinary care) much faster than we can. If you would like us to research your power company, library or anything specific like that, though, please don’t hesitate to let me know! I’ll add it to the research list and we’ll get to it as soon as we can.

      I hope this helps! 🙂

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  59. hey! thanks so much for providing these resources. i was wondering if you could research independence missouri. Independence power and light (IPL).

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  63. It’s good to know how to save on electricity bills. Our energy bills have been really high recently, so I’ll have to try and unplug all of the appliances that aren’t being used! There’s a ton of those around.

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  64. Hi,
    Ms. Nicole
    Please look at Sylacauga Utilities Board in Sylacauga, Alabama.
    Thanks and God Bless you and your family☺

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    • Hi Amanda,
      I am answering comments for Nicole today. Thanks for reaching out. Sylacauga Utilities Board is on our research list. Please be sure to check back in for updates. Thanks!
      -Riley

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  66. Hello , I live in Alaska , my power company is HEA ( homer electronic association) wondering if they have any programs available, thank you !

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      • We also have Southside electric company, and our heating bills are Enormous! Either we pay the rent or pay the minimum allowed on the light bill. Struggle to do both in January and February. My husband is blind and I’m battling cancer.

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        • Rita,
          I would love to add this to the research list. What state are you in? Southside electric is in a few different areas. Thanks for the clarification.
          -Riley

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  72. Alaska. Matanuska electric company
    MEA
    My electric bill runs my family 400-450 monthly I’ve had service with them for over 10years and never got disconnected but have been late a few times . They showed up at my residence and threatened to disconnect our service unless we came up with another 400$ to add to the 600$ deposit we came up with 10 years ago . Because
    we were late 3x in a year . I thought that’s what late fees were for . I was irate to say the least and called supervisors yelling in tears while this person sat and waited to see if I was being disconnected or coming with 400$ in the spot . After my not so nice words they ended taking 200$ putting it towards my deposit and still had to pay full electric bills owed a day later . If I could I would live off the grid but I have 3 little girls and a business were trying to get going so no electric is not an option. Uiwould really appreciate some tips or resources on how to get some kind of relief on my electric bill. Thank you

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    • Carol,
      That sounds awful! I’m so sorry! I went ahead and added this to our research list. Please check back with us for updates. Thanks!
      -Riley

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  73. You had an article that somehow I ran across it says if you do not see your power company’s name leave a comment and you would research it I didn’t see a place for a comment I mean Alabama and my power company is Bessemer Utilities

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    • Rebecca,
      This is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates. Thanks!
      -Riley

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  75. Trinidad Colorado city power,
    They have highest rates in Colorado 😢 and my bills in winter are high.
    They say not even the Colorado government utility commission,can touch their rates
    Make them go down let me know what to do other than move.

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    • Lorie,
      I double checked and this is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates. Thanks.
      -Riley

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  78. I live in Winchester Va. Would love to know about Shenandoah electric company. Also like to know if there are any programs for families that receive medicade.

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    • Jordan,
      This is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates soon! Thanks!
      -Riley

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  81. Hello, I read out your article and got some awesome idea for saving my electricity bill. Electricity one of the common part of our life but sometimes we scared with your electricity bill because of a huge bill but after reading your article I find out some point that really helps me to reduce my electricity bill. Thank you very much for your valuable post.

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  83. I live in Greeley, Colorado and we have Atmos and Xcel energy. Are there any discounts for these companies?

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  84. Hello, I read your article and got some tricky ideas for saving my electricity bill. Hope this trick works well and I also reduce my huge electricity bill.

    Thanks for your amazing tips.

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  86. Sometimes I’m very worried about my electricity bill because of a huge amount. But I got some good tricky idea to reduce my electricity bill from your post. Hope it works.

    Thank you. Please keep sharing!

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  87. It’s a very tricky idea for saving electricity. Sometimes I getting worried about a huge bill but I got some very good ideas about saving electricity. I hope this trick helps me a lot and saves my money also. Thank you!

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  88. Since the house fire. The repair costs alone doesn’t help. The living quarter’s are now a
    in a 300 square foot building in the backyard the house.
    I don’t have central air/heat. I have 2 window air condition unit’s, but only turn on/use the second window air unit if the summer temperature and/or heat index goes above 100° due to my electric bill. I heat with a small electric heater in the livingroom and a ceramic heater in the bedroom/bath.
    I can’t cook due to the building not having a kitchen. I just saw this sight hoping to see the Arab Co-op on here but there not.
    Thank you kindly,
    Shirley

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    • Hi Shirley. I am sorry to hear about your house fire. The Arab Co-op is on our research list. You may be able to find additional resources by calling 211. I hope this helps. -Stephanie

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  89. Please add City Utilities of Springfield in Springfield, MO to your research list. They participate in the Oacac LIHEAP & LIHECIP energy assistance programs, which is a godsend, but for the working poor like us it only pays about half or less of our $250-$300 per month bills and caps out quickly, we have a tiny 2 br poorly weatherized home we’ve tried to make every effort to conserve energy in – it’s only my husband and I with him gone 10 hrs a day and we have a 600 sq ft house, but can’t afford to do improvements with rent, and there is no other help available I can find after over 2 yrs searching everywhere. I am a terminally ill stage IV heart failure patient and an insulin dependent diabetic fighting for disability payments since 2013, yet don’t qualify to prevent or delay shutoff – which we face every month since moving into the home we are in now – until I am put on home life support and have tried every church in town, 211, salvation army, Ocacac weatherization etc and everyone keeps turning us down since we have no kids . My husband works full time as a dishwasher and all the overtime he can in addition to helping me as I get sicker and can’t drive, but still only brings home $300 a week after taxes & child support – over half of that goes to rent & we only get enough food stamps to last 2 weeks at best. Seems sometimes we’d get help easier if he was a deadbeat, but we don’t believe in that, I wish the government would reward those few people left who do believe in working hard and trying to make it on our own instead of cutting our available benefits to give to those who don’t even try to find work. Any information would be a godsend.

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  91. Are there any specific organizations, churches, groups, non-profits or government agencies(including Covid-19 disaster reliefs) who are verified so as not to get the run around or a they don’t offer this anymore?

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