RICHMOND, Va., Nov. 14,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As winter approaches, Dominion
Energy Virginia is reminding customers of energy-saving tips to
help save money and providing bill payment assistance options for
customers in need. The fall and winter months typically bring
higher energy bills as customers use more electricity to heat their
homes.
"We offer several programs that help our customers save money
and improve the energy efficiency of their homes," said Ed
Baine, President of Dominion Energy Virginia. "For information
about our energy-saving tips and programs, please visit our website
or contact us so we can assist."
Start with these four changes to prepare for cooler temperatures
ahead:
- Set the thermostat at 68 degrees or lower during colder
months.
- Install a smart thermostat that automatically lowers the
temperature overnight or while no one is at home.
- Caulk, seal and weather-strip around all seams, cracks, and
openings – especially exterior doors and windows – to protect your
home from drafts. Check air filters monthly and change them when
dirty. Also, check ductwork for leaks and tears.
- Schedule a virtual home energy audit to find more home energy
savings.
More energy conservation tips and programs can be found here:
www.dominionenergy.com/virginia/save-energy.
In addition, several programs are available to help customers
cover their winter heating costs:
EnergyShare Bill Payment Assistance
Dominion Energy Virginia's EnergyShare program offers up
to $600 in bill payment assistance from October 1
through May 31. The program is not income-based. Anyone needing
help to pay heating bills may qualify for assistance. Individuals
60 and older, military veterans and people with disabilities may be
eligible for additional assistance. For more info go to
Virginia 211.
EnergyShare Weatherization Programs
Customers who receive EnergyShare bill payment assistance may
also be eligible to receive a free home energy assessment and free
energy efficiency upgrades to help save on their energy costs.
Extended Payment Plans
We offer extended payment plans to help customers who've fallen
behind on their electric bills. Eligible customers can make a 50%
down payment on their past due bill and spread the remaining
balance over 6 months. Customers may sign-in to their account
online to see if they qualify.
Budget Billing
Our budget billing program helps customers avoid seasonal
fluctuations with their energy bills. Monthly budget bill amounts
are based on the average of the customer's previous 12 months of
usage. Customers may sign-in to their account online to see if they
qualify.
A full list of all Dominion Energy customer assistance options
is available
here: www.dominionenergy.com/virginia/billing/energy-assistance or
by calling: 866-366-4357.
View the Spanish version of this press release.
About Dominion Energy
About 7 million customers in 15
states energize their homes and businesses with electricity or
natural gas from Dominion Energy (NYSE: D), headquartered in
Richmond, Va. The company is
committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean
energy every day and to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.
Please visit DominionEnergy.com to learn more.
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