SoCalGas Encourages Customers to Take Action to Stay Safe and Save This Winter
Dec. 26, 2025
As colder weather arrives, Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) is encouraging customers to take proactive steps to stay safe and improve home energy efficiency this winter. Simple actions, along with available SoCalGas programs, can help households use energy more efficiently and better manage seasonal energy costs.
SoCalGas also reminds customers that routine home maintenance and safe practices can make a meaningful difference throughout the season.
Safety Tips
- Test carbon monoxide detectors and replace batteries as needed.
- Never use your oven or range top to heat your home: these appliances are not designed for this purpose and can pose a safety hazard.
- Keep range, oven and broiler top areas clean of grease as it is flammable, and excessive build-up may result in a fire.
- If you smell natural gas or suspect a leak, call 800-427-2200 from a safe location.
Winter Checklist: Ways to Help Save Energy and Manage Energy Costs
(Some tips include links to helpful videos for guidance.)
- Test air ducts for leaks and repair as needed to help save up to an estimated 30% on heating costs.
- Lower your furnace thermostat by 5-8 degrees, if health permits, to help save up to an estimated 10% on heating costs.
- Clean or replace furnace filters according to manufacturer recommendations.
- Seal drafts with proper caulking and weather-stripping to help keep heat inside.
- Repair leaky faucets and pipes to help avoid wasting hot water.
- Wash clothes in cold water.
- Shorten hot showers.
Download the complete SoCalGas Winter Checklist PDF (in English & Spanish) here.
Actual savings obtained in each instance may vary and will depend on various factors, including geographic location, weather conditions, equipment installed, usage rates, and so forth. Completing multiple energy-saving measures will not necessarily result in cumulative savings.
Programs and Resources Available
SoCalGas offers several programs to help customers manage costs and improve energy efficiency:
- CARE Program: Provides 20% discount on monthly bills for income-qualified customers.
- Energy Savings Assistance Program: Free home improvements to qualified customers to help reduce energy use and support their health, comfort and safety. Home improvements may include attic insulation, furnace duct system sealing and low-flow faucets. ·
- SoCalGas Marketplace: Offers deals and instant rebates for qualifying energy-efficient appliances such as smart thermometers and tankless water heaters.
For more information on these and other programs, additional energy-saving actions and safety tips, visit socalgas.com/winter.
About SoCalGas
SoCalGas is the largest gas distribution utility in the United States, serving more than 21 million consumers across approximately 24,000 square miles of Central and Southern California. Our mission is: Safe, Reliable, and Affordable energy delivery today. Ready for tomorrow. SoCalGas is a recognized leader in the energy industry and has been named Corporate Member of the Year by the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce for its volunteer leadership in the communities it serves. SoCalGas is a subsidiary of Sempra (NYSE: SRE), a leading North American energy infrastructure company. For more information, visit SoCalGas.com/newsroom or connect with SoCalGas on social media @SoCalGas.
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