PSE&G Advises Residents to Test Their Heating Systems Now, Before Chilly Weather Arrives
01 September 2006 - 2:11AM
PR Newswire (US)
NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- With summer drawing
to a close, PSE&G is urging its customers to test their heating
systems now, before the chilly weather arrives. If there's a
problem, PSE&G will come out to check and light the pilot -- at
no charge -- through September 10th. "By testing your heating
systems early, you will be better prepared for the cold weather
ahead," said Joe Bassolino, manager of business development at
PSE&G. "Taking a few minutes to concentrate on this now, when
the weather is mild, can help give peace of mind and ensure that
your heat works when you need it most." PSE&G customers are
advised to inspect their furnace and ensure that the pilot light is
working properly. Here is some guidance on what to do: * Check your
heating system: - If you have a steam system, check the water in
the sight glass. If it is low, turn on the water supply valve to
being the water level up to the half way mark. Turn off the valve.
- For hot water and warm-air systems, check and replace filters and
make sure the blower operates. Not working properly? PSE&G
customers can call the utility, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week at
1-800-350-PSEG (7734) to arrange for help from an appliance service
technician. * Start it up: - If the pilot light is out, follow the
instructions on the heating unit to relight it. Let the pilot light
burn a few minutes. If the pilot light is already on, set the
thermostat to "heat" and raise the setting to five degrees above
room temperature. The heater should come on within a minute or two.
Need help lighting the pilot? PSE&G will perform this service
free-of- charge through September 10th. PSE&G will charge $25
for this service from September 11th to October 31st. The utility
is also asking customers to keep their homes and yards safe, well
lit and free of clutter so that employees can safely access
equipment. You can help by: - Notifying PSE&G of any hazardous
conditions, such as loose steps or railings. - Keeping dogs and
other animals secured and away from employees and service areas. -
Keeping the area around your furnace, meter and appliances free and
clear of clutter. Trimming bushes and shrubs in the vicinity helps.
- Making sure the path leading to your meter is safe and properly
lit -- especially stairs. Public Service Electric and Gas Company
(PSE&G) is New Jersey's oldest and largest regulated gas and
electric delivery utility, serving nearly three- quarters of the
state's population. PSE&G is the winner of the ReliabilityOne
National Achievement Award for superior electric system
reliability. PSE&G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise
Group Incorporated (PSEG) (NYSE: PEG), a diversified energy company
(http://www.pseg.com/). DATASOURCE: PSE&G CONTACT: Judy Ohl or
Jenn Kramer, +1-973-430-7734 Web site: http://www.pseg.com/
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