Heating bills for We Energies customers will be 11% less this winter

By: CBS 58 Newsroom

Posted: Oct 11, 2019 12:18 PM CDT

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- We Energies customers will be paying nearly 11 percent less this winter than last winter, the company announced Friday, Oct. 11.

According to a news release from We Energies, their winter heating forecast is based on a 20-year average of winter weather and assumes the price of natural gas remains where it is today on the spot market. If both of those factors hold true, We Energies expects the average customer will save $58 this winter compared to last year.

Energy savings

This first blast of cold air is also a good reminder than you can take steps to save even more on your energy bill.

Turn your thermostat back 7-10 degrees when you’re asleep or away.
Seal gaps around windows, doors and siding to keep warm air in.
Schedule a furnace tune-up for safety and efficiency, saving money in the long run.

Budget Billing

If you want to manage your energy costs by spreading out charges more evenly over 12 months, you may want to consider our Budget Billing program.

Energy assistance

Also, qualified We Energies customers can apply for energy assistance for the upcoming heating season. The Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program provides qualified residents with a one-time grant to help pay energy bills. More than 200,000 Wisconsin families receive assistance each year.