Around 43 percent of Delawareans that use natural gas to heat their homes will see price increases this winter. Natural gas prices continue to rise and are up 30 percent since the end of August, due to increased demand in the U.S. and the ongoing energy crisis in Europe. Chesapeake Utilities recently filed changes to its Gas Sales Rate, estimating an average increase of 6.03 percent or $62.30 for residential customers.

Savings tips include turning your thermostat down a few degrees, replacing dirty furnace filters, weather stripping doors and windows, opening shades on sunny days, and closing vents and doors of unoccupied areas.