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This winter was mild compared to previous years. But when a winter is mild, the next one is often severe. Therefore, homeowners are urged to take steps to winterize their properties. This not only safeguards them from the worst repercussions of bad weather, but it also lowers energy bills by raising efficiency and eliminating waste. Winterization Recommendations Here are a few actions and projects homeowners can take to ensure their homes are ready for the cold, regardless of what winter brings to your region: Prepare the exterior of your home. This includes cleaning the gutters, trimming back tree branches, inspecting your roof for any signs of damage or wear, and re-caulking/weather-stripping your windows and doorways as needed to eliminate drafts. Check your pipes to look for any signs of backup, slowed drainage or blockage. Add insulation to your hot water storage tank to prevent excessive heat loss during cold spells.…

Cooking with natural gas offers multiple advantages — including significant cost savings as well as optimal control when preparing food. “Professional chefs and home chefs alike often prefer the control that a gas oven provides, allowing them to adjust from a searing temperature to a traditional roasting/baking temperature when needed, or to rapidly adjust the oven temperature upward when a reverse sear is desired,” said Jeff Essenburg, vice president of sales at Brown Stove Works Inc. Natural gas stoves also allow for precise control, even temperature and quick adjustments when cooking on the range top. “A gas flame on the range top enables the user to precisely control the desired heat to the bottom of the cooking utensil, especially when a double-valve burner is used to provide both inner and outer heat as needed,” Essenburg said. “This flame control can provide a rapid boil or a delicate simmer that is…

Southeast Gas, a natural gas utility based in Andalusia, Alabama, has been named one of the Top 20 Utilities in the Country by Site Selector magazine in their annual Top Utilities Issue. The company, which serves over 32,000 customers across 19 counties in the Southeast, has contributed to over $2 billion in economic development and growth in 2023 alone. “We are honored to be chosen by Site Selector as one of the Top Utilities in the United States for 2024, which is a testament to our team and the dedication they show to Alabama every day,” said Greg Henderson, President and CEO of Southeast Gas. “We are not just a utility company delivering a service to our communities; we are dedicated citizens with a goal of improving the lives and prospects of Alabamians, and we are thrilled that Site Selector recognizes our hard work and investments.” Site Selector main selection…

Southeast Gas recently announced Community Betterment Funds in the amount of $164,000 for 14 communities in Southeast Alabama. Community Development Funds are just one way that Southeast Gas invests in communities throughout Southeast Alabama. The company’s approach to economic development includes an emphasis on community development to support existing and potential commercial businesses in cities served by Southeast Gas. Funds must be requested through each city’s Southeast Gas Board representative, and typically awards are split between the local economic development agencies and the city to provide enhancements to community development efforts in the area. Southeast Gas Director of Community Development Jimmy Black works alongside local economic development agencies, chambers of commerce, and other organizations to support and enhance efforts to locate and retain commercial entities in the region. “In the past year, our focus has been getting to the heart of what each city needs specifically,” says Black. “From infrastructure…