Winter Heating Help
Welcome to the Massachusetts Winter Heating Help Web Site
This site offers an overview of the information available to you to help you be a smart winter energy consumer. Specifically, you will find weekly Massachusetts heating oil and propane price surveys, the dos and don'ts of home heating oil purchases, and links to resources offering advice on conservation to help you lower the amount you spend on home heating. You can also use this site to examine your eligibility for a number of programs that may provide you with some assistance in paying your winter energy bills.
Winter Heating Tips
Information on oil heat contracts, fuel assistance and other energy saving tips.
Energy Saving Tips
Tips from the US Department of Energy for saving energy and money at home and on the road
Help With Your Winter Heating Bill
Frequently asked questions about low income protections, assistance with fuel bills, budget billing, payment plans
Fuel Assistance and Income-Eligible Weatherization Programs
Fuel assistance income eligibility chart, city/town listings to locate energy agencies
Energy Star Programs
Northeast ENERGY STAR lighting and appliance iniative.
Energy Efficiency Programs
How to make your home more energy-efficient, including information about available energy efficiency programs, in-home services, incentives, quality installations and inspections
Oil Delivery Tips
Tips on how to be a smart oil heating customer
MA Retail Heating Oil and Propane Gas Price Surveys
Current heating oil and natural gas prices.
What You Should Know: Heating Oil, Propane, Natural Gas, and Electricity Prices
US Department of Energy brochures on various heating methods, including prices
Connect to Your Gas or Electric Company
Power Saving Hours Campaign
Help reduce energy demand during peak usage times (4-8 PM).