WWhy are bills rising?
Many New Jersey households noticed an uptick in electricity and gas bills in 2025. According to the New Jersey Policy Perspective, New Jersey’s electricity costs are 20 percent higher than the national average and will rise even further because of how the regional transmission operator (PJM) manages the grid. PJM controls the wholesale energy market for New Jersey and 12 other states, and delays in bringing clean-energy projects online are increasing costs. As a result, starting in June 2025, the supply portion of your electric bill is projected to rise by more than $20 per month.
Gas prices are also increasing. In December 2024, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities approved gas-rate increases of up to 16 percent for customers of New Jersey Natural Gas, translating to more than $240 per year for more than half a million households. Customers of Elizabethtown Gas face a 6.5 percent increase, or nearly $100 per year. These hikes come on top of prior increases of as much as $31 per month approved in 2022.
On the commodity side, PSE&G’s October 2025 gas tariff shows a Basic Gas Supply Service (BGSS-F) commodity charge of about $0.545678 per therm. While this rate reflects market gas costs, the overall bill can still vary based on usage and distribution charges.
Tips to manage rising bills
- Seal and insulate your home – Adding insulation and sealing air leaks reduces the amount of heating and cooling needed, lowering both gas and electric bills. These improvements also qualify for New Jersey’s cash-back incentives and federal tax credits.
- Upgrade to energy-efficient windows and doors – Drafty windows waste energy. Switching to double-pane or triple-pane windows with Low-E coatings can significantly reduce heat loss. Energy-Star-certified windows also qualify for state and federal incentives.
- Maintain HVAC systems – Regularly servicing your heating and cooling equipment ensures peak efficiency. Replacing old systems with high-efficiency models can lower energy consumption and may be eligible for federal credits of up to $2,000.
- Explore time-of-use or equal-payment plans – Some utility providers offer payment plans that smooth out seasonal spikes or incentivize shifting usage to off-peak hours. Contact your utility to see what options are available.
- Take advantage of rebates and audits – Schedule a home energy audit through New Jersey’s Clean Energy Program or your utility. The audit identifies where you can save and may qualify you for Whole Home Program incentives.
Conclusion
While utility rates are climbing, New Jersey residents can take control by reducing consumption and tapping into incentive programs. Installing energy-efficient windows, upgrading insulation and maintaining equipment not only offset rising costs but also make your home more comfortable. Let New Vision Windows help you plan a comprehensive strategy to reduce your gas and electric bills.hy are bills rising?
Many New Jersey households noticed an uptick in electricity and gas bills in 2025. According to the New Jersey Policy Perspective, New Jersey’s electricity costs are 20 percent higher than the national average and will rise even further because of how the regional transmission operator (PJM) manages the grid. PJM controls the wholesale energy market for New Jersey and 12 other states, and delays in bringing clean-energy projects online are increasing costs. As a result, starting in June 2025, the supply portion of your electric bill is projected to rise by more than $20 per month.
Gas prices are also increasing. In December 2024, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities approved gas-rate increases of up to 16 percent for customers of New Jersey Natural Gas, translating to more than $240 per year for more than half a million households. Customers of Elizabethtown Gas face a 6.5 percent increase, or nearly $100 per year. These hikes come on top of prior increases of as much as $31 per month approved in 2022.
On the commodity side, PSE&G’s October 2025 gas tariff shows a Basic Gas Supply Service (BGSS-F) commodity charge of about $0.545678 per therm. While this rate reflects market gas costs, the overall bill can still vary based on usage and distribution charges.
Tips to manage rising bills
- Seal and insulate your home – Adding insulation and sealing air leaks reduces the amount of heating and cooling needed, lowering both gas and electric bills. These improvements also qualify for New Jersey’s cash-back incentives and federal tax credits.
- Upgrade to energy-efficient windows and doors – Drafty windows waste energy. Switching to double-pane or triple-pane windows with Low-E coatings can significantly reduce heat loss. Energy-Star-certified windows also qualify for state and federal incentives.
- Maintain HVAC systems – Regularly servicing your heating and cooling equipment ensures peak efficiency. Replacing old systems with high-efficiency models can lower energy consumption and may be eligible for federal credits of up to $2,000.
- Explore time-of-use or equal-payment plans – Some utility providers offer payment plans that smooth out seasonal spikes or incentivize shifting usage to off-peak hours. Contact your utility to see what options are available.
- Take advantage of rebates and audits – Schedule a home energy audit through New Jersey’s Clean Energy Program or your utility. The audit identifies where you can save and may qualify you for Whole Home Program incentives.
Conclusion
While utility rates are climbing, New Jersey residents can take control by reducing consumption and tapping into incentive programs. Installing energy-efficient windows, upgrading insulation and maintaining equipment not only offset rising costs but also make your home more comfortable. Let New Vision Windows help you plan a comprehensive strategy to reduce your gas and electric bills.