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Don't let Padraig's family go through the rainy season without heating

A disconnection notice for heating arrived and Padraig needs $750 before November.

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Padraig C. O'Carroll
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Kilkenny
The heating account is 4 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless I pay $750. I have never been late before an unexpected car repair. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $160 first, which I don't have. I live with an elderly mother, and going through the rainy season without heating isn't safe. We would also lose the ability to run the medical equipment at home. I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady. The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here. Where the $750 goes: • Electricity arrears: $450 • Reconnection and late fees: $55 • Down payment on a payment plan: $245 Thanks for being kind about this. - Padraig
due date
2026-11-15
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

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    Exactly what I needed

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  • Bisma Javeria Naqvi

    Keep going. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best.

    • Vani G. ChopraID verified

      hope things get better soon, Padraig. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Love from Sydney.

      • Vivian Yetunde OkoroQuestion

        Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Padraig.

        • Padraig C. O'CarrollOwnerAnswer

          It's all in the list in the story. electricity arrears is the big one at $450, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Ask me anything else.

      • Sota Kouki Ueno

        wishing you peace. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Greetings from Jakarta Barat.

        • Oleksandr Leonid Komarov

          I hope things turn around soon. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Kilkenny

          • Rick Tim Kok

            Good luck. Shared this with my family. My husband and I read this together. God bless

            • Xue Wei Lin

              Sending good thoughts. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

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