Energy Bill Help

If you have recently lost your job and are having trouble making the payments on your energy bills - especially your gas, the Southern California Gas company may be able to help.

For more details on how to qualify as well as complete information, please visit: http://www.socalgas.com/residential/assistance/care/

Basically, this program allows for a 20% savings on residential gas energy bills, through the "CARE" program.

"What is the California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program? The CARE program provides a 20% discount on the monthly gas bill for eligible households. In addition, for those who qualify, and are approved within 90 days of starting new gas service will also receive a $15 discount on the Service Establishment Charge. You will receive your discount once your completed application is approved by The Gas Company.

Households may qualify based on income, or the participation in other programs. You can either apply online or through a mail-in application. If this discount does not apply to you, the Gas Company's website is still a wealth of information. They provide explainations on how to read your bill, where (and why) current gas prices are being charged and even tips to save money on your winter energy bills.