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dcdave3605 t1_j6k1m6p wrote

Delivery fees have increased multiple times over the last year. Supply costs have increased marginally.

Bge sucks but they are regulated rates. Public service commission has done nothing but give hundreds of millions in funds to utility companies and not controlled rate increases sufficiently.

If you can't make home modifications you are limited in how you can use less. But more insulation, sealing windows, caulking gaps, wearing more clothes and trapping heat/keeping cold out is what you need to do. Also see if your air filters are clean so your HVAC runs optimally. Also keep thermostat low/around 65.

Besides that, if you qualify you can apply for OHEP benefits (energy assistance). That would help pay towards costs, but you have to earn under the income limit for the 30 day application period you apply. If you are over the income limit you can apply for for the Maryland fuel fund. They have less strict income guidelines.

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