Whether you heat your home with gas or electricity, millions of Americans are expected to have higher heating bills this winter. In its Winter Price Outlook , the National Energy Assistance Directors Association estimates home heating will cost nearly 8% more than last year, averaging $976.

Households that heat with electricity will be hit harder during the winter season, with average heating costs rising to $1,205.

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The good news is there are ways to keep that bill down while still keeping your home toasty.

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