Help with the utility bills

Five on Your Side's Monica Laliberte helps consumers find ways to save on your electric bill and other utilities.

 

  1. Help with energy bills

    1. Aug. 12, 2009
  2. Weatherization can help lower heating bills

    As the temperatures drop, heating bills rise. However, there is a program that can help you save money on your energy bill. It is even free for those who qualify.

    1. Mar. 9, 2009
  3. Facing a power shut-down? Your utliity can help

    Don't wait until you're faced with losing your electricity to get help. Local utilities say they can help you manage your payments, and local organizations can, too.

    1. Mar. 9, 2009
  4. Going green to save green

    Turning on a light, hot water, computer or TV, burns electricity and cash.

    1. Nov 18, 2008
  5. CFL: A bright idea for going green

    So you want to go green but aren’t sure how to take that first step without cleaning out your wallet in the process?

    1. May 22, 2008
  6. Water conservation tips

    Here are some tips on how to conserve water, make your home water efficient and manage landscaping during a drought.

    1. Apr 21, 2008
  7. Cut your water use by 50 percent

    See how easy it is to use 50% less water in your home with our interactive conservation calculator.

    1. Dec 9, 2007
  8. Family forgoes air-conditioning for summer

    Tracey Olilveto and Jerry Stifelman moved to Carrboro for a simpler life. But the couple has been getting a lot of attention lately, and it all started with a wedding gift.

    1. Aug 9, 2007
  9. Longer-lasting, recyclable batteries due in laptops this summer

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    1. Apr 2, 2008
  10. The green gardener: simple ways to conserve

    1. May 1, 2008
  11. Your energy moneysavers

    Share your ideas. We'll use the best ones on 5 On Your Side.

    1. Jun 23, 2008