Kelly Bedrich, Author at NaturalGasPlans

About Kelly Bedrich

Kelly Bedrich co-founded NaturalGasPlans in 2016 with the goal of simplifying the complicated process of buying energy. As president and chief technology officer, Kelly keeps our development team focused on providing a user-friendly website. When not reading the latest on technology and finance, Kelly enjoys celebrating Taco Tuesday, listening to live music at local venues, and hiking.

Natural Gas Outdoor Fire Pit – Add a Gathering Place to Your Home

A natural gas outdoor fire pit can create a great gathering place for fall, spring and mild winter weather. Using natural gas gives you a constant source of fuel, without refilling propane cylinders, struggling with propane supply lines or buying wood.

In this article, we review some of the benefits of investing in an outdoor firepit with natural gas as a fuel source and discuss options of permanent or portable solutions.

4 Mistakes That Increase Your Winter Heating Bill

Simple changes in your habits and your home can help you cut your winter heating bill this season. Here are the 4 winter heating mistakes that are likely driving up your bill.

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These mistakes can lead to a high winter heating bill:

Setting the thermostat too high. Instead, set at 68* while at home, 60* when away and 65* for sleeping.
Setting the thermostat higher to warm up faster. Your heating system will work at the same level no matter the setting.
Buying the wrong size space heater. Rule of thumb is 10 watts per square foot.
Thinking your home is airtight. Around 30% of your heat is lost through doors, windows and your attic.

Natural Gas Stoves – Safe for Your Home?

In early 2023, a Twitter-storm erupted over a report that natural gas stoves in homes should be banned. While that’s not happening nationally, it’s important to understand the pros and cons of natural gas stoves and ovens, and how to use them safely at home.

Higher Heating Bills Predicted for 2026 Winter

If you use natural gas to heat your home, you should budget for your natural gas bill to be 4-9% higher for winter 2026 vs. winter 2025. That’s from national forecasts, based on energy costs and weather projections. In this article we discuss natural gas price trends and the winter weather forecast, plus how to keep your heating bill low.

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National forecasts indicate heating bills will be up 4-8% this winter due to increased cold and higher energy costs.

NEADA (National Energy Assistance Directors Association) projects natural gas heating costs will be up 8.4% from the 2024/2025 winter season
EIA (Energy Information Administration) projects natural gas heating costs will be up 4% this winter vs. the prior winter season,
Consumers can save on their natural gas heating bill through energy efficiency and securing the lowest available natural gas rate, if they live in a deregulated energy state.

Why are Natural Gas Prices So High?

Natural gas prices are on the rise across the country. In this article, we’ll review why natural gas prices are high right now (2022), how that impacts your natural gas rate for your home, and how to get the best natural gas in Ohio or Georgia.

Should I Install a Natural Gas Generator?

When hurricane season or the winter storm season come around, homeowners start researching natural gas generators. With good reason! When the power goes off, a whole house standby generator means your lights stay on even if there’s a hurricane or blizzard.

Here’s what you need to know about whole house natural gas generators.

Natural Gas Appliance Rebates – Cash Back from Local Utilities

Shopping for new natural gas appliances? Check with your natural gas utility company first. Many local gas companies offer rebates for new natural gas appliances. These funds encourage people to install more efficient gas appliances. And that in turn reduces natural gas demand and carbon emissions.

Gas Furnace Maintenance – DIY Tune Up

An annual furnace tune up is part of maintaining your natural gas heating system. Maintaining your furnace can save you a great deal of time and money. Because emergency furnace repairs can be costly and inconvenient, especially around the holidays and during the winter.

Natural Gas Fireplace – Types, Maintenance and Efficiency

When it comes to fireplaces, most people immediately think of wood as a heat source. But wood is actually one of the most inefficient ways to heat up a room, a space, or your home. Enter the natural gas fireplace.

Gas fireplaces are an alternative to wood fireplaces, and many people actually prefer them for different reasons.

Best Thermostat Setting for Cold Weather

Heating bills too high? Here’s the best thermostat setting for cold weather if you want to save on your heating bill. Your natural gas furnace is the biggest consumer of gas in your home, more than your other appliances combined. Managing your home temperature can cut costs from your bill.

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