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Brian Lott

Community For Home

When the storm’s effects linger, there’s help

High winds from hurricanes Matthew and Hermine have long since died down. But for homeowners still reeling from storms that caused more than $10 billion in total damage, dark clouds may remain. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is offering a silver lining in the form of disaster assistance for households that qualify. “TECO was proud to be able to play a part in the restoration efforts for both Matthew…

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We’re so proud that you like us – and as we work hard to do more to serve you, how many ways can we say thanks?

They say the third time’s the charm, but for our fourth year in a row winning a major distinction from J.D. Power – thanks to residential customers among the 370,000 we serve – we’re ecstatic. And we send our thanks right back to you. In its annual survey, J.D. Power found TECO Peoples Gas to be the No. 1 utility in customer satisfaction among midsized natural gas companies in the…

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Safety is job no. 1 during Hurricane Hermine and always

Though Hurricane Hermine has taken its time organizing and even being named, it now brings heavy wind and rain to large parts of Florida. Fortunately, TECO team members make being organized a top priority when it comes to severe weather preparedness – and above all, we stake our company name on putting safety and health first. No matter what the storm brings, we’re ready – in fact TECO prepares for hurricane…

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Community For Business For Home Safety

On 811 Day and all year round, it’s always the right call: Call Before You Dig

You’ll find “the 411” on 811 Day right there in your front and back yard. Actually, the idea is that you’ll let the experts find it – they’ll come to your home or business to check the grounds for free. This helps ensure that any project involving digging doesn’t rupture buried natural gas lines, sewage lines, electrical cables, water mains or other infrastructure hidden underground. In short, 811 Day (Aug.…

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Community For Home Safety

Make way – the future’s coming through! Please be mindful of students on the road as school starts

More pencils, more books, more things to look out for while driving: As students head back to school, this is a reminder to everyone to be extra mindful. (That goes for TECO team members too!) In Hillsborough and Pinellas counties, public schools welcome students back on Wednesday, Aug. 10. Many other counties, including Duval, Pasco, Polk and Orange, start the school year on Monday, Aug. 15. No matter where you…

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