ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — While it seems like Rochester is just now starting to feel the effects of fall, winter is right around the corner, and this year, heating bills are on the rise.

According to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA), on average, it will cost 7.6% more to heat one’s home once the temperature drops.

The steepest projected spike is for electricity, pushing the average winter cost from last year of $1,093 to $1,205 for this year.

Luckily, there are steps Rochester residents can take now to stop those heating bills from skyrocketing later, including getting furnaces properly cleaned and inspected, replacing batteries in carbon monoxide sensors, and changing your air filters.

“As heating costs go up and the cost to heat your home goes up. The only

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