Cold Weather, Rate Changes Will Impact Bills

from Colorado Springs Utilities | December, 2013

Old Man Winter paid us an unpleasant visit this past week. It may be warming up, but the extreme weather left something behind: higher utility bills. 

During the coldest days, customers used 77 percent more natural gas and 23 percent more electricity than what is typical for December. Since your utility bill is largely determined by your use, you will likely see an increase in your next bill. If you're looking for ways to reduce energy use and stay comfortable, check out our home efficiency checklist. You can also monitor your daily use with the My Usage tool.

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Prepare Your Pipes for Freezing Temperatures

Below-freezing temperatures are coming this week!  Prepare your water pipes to keep them from freezing. Frozen pipes can burst when the temperatures drop, causing extensive and costly water damage.




Here are some simple steps you can take to help ensure your pipes are ready for the cold temperatures.

• Check water supply lines that are located in unheated areas. Check the basement, crawl space, attic, garage, and under kitchen and bathroom cabinets. 
• Insulate hot and cold water pipes in these areas. 
• Drain automatic landscaping sprinkler systems.
• Disconnect all hoses from water supplies around the outside of your home. 
• Set water to drip from any faucet served by exposed pipes. (Running water through the pipe,  even at a trickle, helps prevent pipes from freezing.)