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| Make sure that the Bastrop utility company has a license. Do this by checking with the state agency that regulates electricity. Connect Bastrop utilities online. This protects you from dealing with fraudulent companies that take your money and run because they can’t legally do business in your state. |
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| If you make more than a few long distance calls each month, consider subscribing to a calling plan offered by your Bastrop utility company. Call several long distance companies to see which one has the least expensive plan for the calls you make. You can often connect your utilities online. |
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| A home energy audit can identify ways to save up to hundreds of dollars a year on home heating (and air conditioning). Ask your electric or gas Bastrop utility company if they can do this audit for free or for a reasonable charge. If they cannot, ask them to refer you to a qualified professional. |
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| Wrap the hot water tank with jacket insulation to save money with your Bastrop utility company. This is especially valuable for older water heaters with little internal insulation. Be sure to leave the air intake vent uncovered when insulating a gas water heater. Savings up to 10% on water heating costs. Connect Bastrop utilities online. |
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| Once you choose a Bastrop utility company, make sure the contract includes all the terms in writing. Doublecheck that you know the costs and how to get in touch with the company with questions or complaints. Connect Bastrop utilities online. |
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| When choosing a Bastrop utility company it's important to work out what sort of service you want, not choose on price alone. Connect Bastrop utilities online. |
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| Using a programmable thermostat, you can adjust the times you turn on the heating or air-conditioning according to a pre-set schedule and recommendation from the Bastrop utility company. As a result, you don't operate the equipment as much when you are asleep or when the house or part of the house is not occupied. You can connect Bastrop utilities online from your home. |
