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Winter Bills Are About to Surge | Wellington News
Winter’s biting chill is sending electricity bills soaring across the country as record power use drives up costs—especially for heating-dependent households. Experts warn a cold snap could hike your heating expenses by 50%, adding $15–$20 weekly just to stay warm. Don’t forget: 35–40% of your bill is fixed, covering infrastructure like meters and lines, so conservation won’t cut those costs. Working from home or spending more time indoors? That’s another layer of expense, especially if you’re on peak-hour pricing. While most people are shielded from wholesale price spikes thanks to…
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