Want to keep warm without breaking the bank? Black Hills has some tips

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — As temperatures dip, Black Hills Energy is giving its customers tips for using less natural gas and avoiding wallet-busting bills.

Lowering the thermostat by a few degrees and capturing warm air by closing curtains are simple tips Black Hill suggests.

If you have the money and the time, Black Hills also recommends insulating your attic and weatherstripping windows and doors to keep heat inside.

Other investments, including a modern furnace and programmable thermostat, can also help to keep gas costs low.

Black Hills also offers budget billing, which averages out gas use and payments over a 12-month period, allowing customers to avoid billing hikes in colder seasons.

Through the fall and winter months, Black Hills said it will contact customers about rebate programs, promotions and energy efficiency events.

More information on prepping your home ahead of frigid weather is available on the Black Hills Energy website.