The heat is on, Massachusetts!
Check out our tips and tools for the warmer months. Learn how to manage your energy use and check safety tips.
How the warm weather affects your natural gas use
When it’s hot outside, you may end up using more energy. Understand how it happens:
Whether you're cooking inside or out, if you have a gas grill, you might use more natural gas. Summer usually means more time at home—and more chances to cook up something tasty. Smells like good memories already.
If cold showers aren’t your thing, you might use more natural gas during the summer.
Tools to manage your use and bill
We offer tools to help you track your usage and control your bill
Energy Analyzer
Check out our Energy Analyzer, your go-to tool for precise energy tracking. Monitor your use by the hour, see the effects of weather and understand how your appliances impact your bill.
Budget Billing
With Budget Billing, you can say goodbye to unexpected bills. Get billed the same amount every month based on your past year's consumption.
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Enjoy your summer worry-free with our digital tools
Mobile App
Check your bill, make payments, report outages anytime and anywhere with our Mobile App.
AutoPay
Don’t worry about payments. With AutoPay, you can focus on what’s important: free time with your loved ones.
eBill
Enroll in our paperless eBill service to receive your bill online. You get your bill even if you are in your summer haven!
Tips to reduce energy use
A few simple tweaks can make a big difference in your usage
Grilling outdoors or cooking outside keeps your home cooler and reduces the need for air conditioning. It’s also a good way to reduce that steak smell that seems to stay there forever, right?
Set your gas water heater to 120°F (49°C)—hot enough for comfort but more efficient. And remember, the colder and faster your shower is, the less natural gas you use.
Check for leaks in your ductwork and seal them. Duct tape works for a quick fix, or try our home energy solutions service for professional sealing.
Try not to open the oven while baking—use the window to keep the heat in the oven and out of your house.
Use a rolled towel or rug to block air leaks under doors and windows. Small steps like this help keep cool air inside.
Shut off air conditioner vents in rooms you’re not using to focus cooling where it’s needed most.
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Bring in the pros
Wouldn’t it be great if you could have an expert give your home an energy assessment? You can with our Residential Energy Efficiency Programs.
We are here to help
Managing a higher bill during the summer can be challenging and we understand that. Visit our Help with Bill page and check out the programs available for our Massachusetts customers.
Summer safety tips
From thunderstorms to digging, learn what to do to keep you and your family safe.
If you suspect a natural gas leak, get up, get out and get away! Then call us immediately at 800.292.5012 or 911 from a safe location.
Many of us decide to remodel or plant trees during the warmer season. But you can risk hitting and damaging underground utilities pipes and cables. Always contact Dig Safe before work begins so underground utilities are located and marked.
Always stay clear of overhead power lines. Whether you're trimming trees, flying a drone or setting off fireworks, maintain a safe distance and never touch a power line.
When using electrical devices outside, make sure they’re rated for outdoor use.
Stay away from objects that conduct electricity, such as metal fences. If you see a downed power line, stay away and notify the electric company. If your basement or home floods, the first thing you should do is to turn off your electricity if it’s safe to do so, otherwise, call 911.