Weatherization Reduces Energy and Water Bills for Georgia Client

A family in Athens, Georgia, saw their utility bills decreased by more than half as a result of the work done by the Weatherization Assistance Program.

Weatherization Assistance Program

November 8, 2023
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On her way to Atlanta, Secretary Granholm stopped by the Tillman home in Athens, Georgia, where she learned how the Tillmans — who live on fixed incomes — were able to cut their electric and water bills by more than half with help from the Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program.
Video by the U.S. Department of Energy

About the Project 

A family in Athens, Georgia, saw their utility bills decreased by more than half as a result of the work done by the Weatherization Assistance Program. 

Challenge     

The Tillman family lives on a fixed income, and their utility bills were using a large portion of that, making it hard to pay the rest of their bills.

Solution 

The Weatherization Assistance Program provided a variety of home improvements for the Tillmans, including attic insulation and other upgrades.

Positive Impact      

The family saw their bills decrease by more than half as a result of the weatherization work done: Their monthly electric bill was reduced from $210 to less than $70, their gas bill reduced from $120 to $70 per month, and their water bills decreased from $170 to less than $60 per month. The upgrades also improved the comfort of the home for the family, which they could feel immediately. 

This story was developed using content from a U.S. Department of Energy video. View the video here.