CAYCE, S.C. (Oct. 11, 2023) – With the arrival of fall, Dominion Energy is reminding customers of ways to reduce their energy usage and save year-round.

“National Energy Awareness Month may come around once a year, but Dominion Energy works year-round to help customers reduce their usage and increase their energy savings,” said Gerald Freeman, program manager for Dominion Energy South Carolina. “Now is the perfect time for customers to schedule a free Home Energy Check-up or take advantage of rebates or incentives.”

Start with these four simple changes to prepare for cooler temperatures ahead:

• Set the thermostat at 68 degrees or lower during colder months. Each degree above 68 can significantly increase your heating bill.
• Install a smart thermostat that automatically lowers the temperature overnight or while no one is at home. Make sure the thermostat is installed properly and is compatible with your HVAC unit.
• Caulk, seal and weather-strip around all seams, cracks, and openings – especially exterior doors and windows – to protect your home from drafts. Check air filters monthly and change them when dirty. Also, check ductwork for leaks and tears.
• Schedule a Home Energy Check-up. This free service for customers includes a consultation from a Dominion Energy South Carolina energy expert and an assessment of your home with recommendations on ways to improve its energy efficiency.

Dominion Energy offers other programs to eligible residential electric and natural gas customers to help decrease energy use:

• EnergyWise Online Savings Store offers discounts on a variety of Energy Star-certified products like smart thermostats, advanced power strips, water-saving products, weatherization kits and more.
• Heating & Cooling Equipment Program allows customers to receive rebates up to $500 toward the cost of purchasing and installing new Energy Star-qualified central air conditioning systems, heat pumps and heat pump water heaters, as well as making ductwork improvements in existing residences.
• Natural Gas Fireplace Rebate is available to eligible customers looking to upgrade their existing natural gas fireplace to a direct vent system with electric pilot ignition.
• Natural Gas Water Heater Rebate, up to $350, are available when eligible customers purchase and install an Energy Star-certified natural gas water heater.

Energy-saving programs are also available for eligible Dominion Energy small business, commercial or industrial electric customers:

• Small Business Energy Solutions provides incentives for certain energy-efficient upgrades to refrigeration, lighting and HVAC system improvements, including a free on-site energy analysis. Incentives cover 90% of project costs up to $6,000. This program is available to small business and nonprofit customers with five or fewer Dominion Energy electric accounts and an annual energy use of 350,000 kilowatt-hours or less.
• EnergyWise for Your Business provides financial incentives to reduce the upfront costs of energy-efficiency improvements with an annual cap of $100,000 per project type each program year. Project types include Lighting, HVAC, Food Service and Custom.

To learn more about programs, including customer eligibility and restrictions, as well as tips on how to be more energy wise, visit DominionEnergy.com/SaveEnergySC or call 877-510-7234.

About Dominion Energy

About 7 million customers in 15 states energize their homes and businesses with electricity or natural gas from Dominion Energy (NYSE: D), headquartered in Richmond, Va. The company is committed to safely providing reliable, affordable and sustainable energy and to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050. Please visit DominionEnergy.com to learn more.