As the calendar flips to the new year, many of us create resolutions and set goals for the months ahead. For some, that includes taking a closer look at household budgets, reviewing subscriptions, analyzing last year’s spending habits, and setting clear financial goals. However, while it’s easy to cancel a streaming service you don’t use, other household costs aren't as obvious.
While energy is a primary expense in most households, the factors impacting those costs often remain a mystery. Your bill shows the “what,” but doesn’t dig deep into the “why.” Hidden culprits like an aging water heater or poorly insulated windows can quietly drive-up consumption without you noticing. The good news? Peoples Gas is here to help you maximize energy efficiency around your home.
Data-Driven Savings at Your Fingertips
To help you master your new budget, our Peoples Gas energy experts have designed several free tools including two free Online Energy Audits and various energy calculators to compare appliance usage.
These digital resources allow you to pinpoint exactly where to improve efficiency and uncover hidden savings. Upon completion, you’ll receive a customized roadmap with no-cost and low-cost home improvements, lifestyle adjustments, and some larger –scale upgrades designed to maximize your dollars.
Getting started is easy. Simply visit PeoplesGas.com/OnlineAudit. After answering a few quick questions about your household, you can choose the tool that best fits your goals:
- The Personalized Online Energy Audit: If you’re serious about your 2026 budget, this is the tool for you. By logging into your Peoples Gas account, the audit uses your actual natural gas consumption data to create an in-depth, fully customized report.
- The Simple Online Energy Audit: This option provides quick, helpful tips based on estimated usage. It’s a great way to get a baseline of your home’s efficiency. This is also the perfect choice for those who aren’t Peoples Gas customers yet but want to see how much they could save by switching to natural gas appliances.
Maximize Your Budget with Rebates
Finding the hidden costs in your budget is the first step; fixing them is the second. If your home has older appliances, upgrading to a new high-efficiency appliance might be recommended. That’s where our Energy Conservation Rebate Programs come in.
Whether it's upgrading to a high-efficiency water heater or improving your heating system, these generous rebates help lower the upfront cost of improvements, leading to long-term monthly savings.
Make your first financial move of the year a smart one. Spend less than 10 minutes on our free Online Energy Audit and start the year with a roadmap to make your home efficient, comfortable, and most importantly fit within your budget.
