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Natural Gas Heating Costs: What New Jersey Households Should Watch

Commodity prices, weather and delivery charges combine to set winter heating bills.

By NJ Energy News Staff

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Natural Gas Heating Costs: What New Jersey Households Should Watch

Most New Jersey homes heat with natural gas, which makes winter bills sensitive to both commodity markets and the number of cold days in a billing period.

Reduce the load before the season

  • Service the furnace or boiler in early fall
  • Seal accessible duct and pipe penetrations
  • Add attic insulation where depth is inadequate
  • Set back the thermostat overnight
  • Gas Rates
  • Utility Bills

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