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| Whenever possible, dial your long distance calls directly. Using the operator of a Forest Hill utility company to complete a call can cost you an extra $1 to $3. Connecting utilites online is fast and convenient |
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| Ask the Forest Hill utility company you are comparing who has to confirm your decision to change suppliers. Having someone confirm you are switching protects you against being moved to a new supplier without your permission. This is often called “slamming.” Connect Forest Hill utilities online. |
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| Check the readings on your gas and electricity and ring them through to the relevant Forest Hill utility company to ensure that they agree with the ones left by the previous owners. Connect Forest Hill utilities online. |
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| Plug "leaking energy" in electronics to save money with your Forest Hill utility company. Many new TVs, VCRs, chargers, computer peripherals and other electronics use electricity even when they are switched "off." Although these "standby losses" are only a few watts each, they add up to over 50 watts in a typical home that is consumed all the time. If possible, unplug electronic devices and chargers that have a block-shaped transformer on the plug when they are not in use. For computer scanners, printers and other devices that are plugged into a power strip, simply switch off the power strip after shutting down your computer. Connect Forest Hill utilities online. |
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| Plug your home's leaks to save money with your Forest Hill utility company. Install weather-stripping or caulk leaky doors and windows and install gaskets behind outlet covers. Savings up to 10% on energy costs. Connect Forest Hill utilities online. |
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| With deregulation on the Forest Hill utility company it is now possible to switch the service providers at your current property or the one you are buying. Connect Forest Hill utilities online. |
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| To understand the price charged annually you’ll need to know how much electricity you use throughout the year. Connect Forest Hill utilities online. Your “usage profile” shows how much electricity you use. Ask your Forest Hill utility company for a copy of your “usage profile.” Studying it will give you an idea of how much energy you use and when |
