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Keep the heating on at Ingrid's home in Freiburg
A disconnection notice for heating arrived and Ingrid needs $600 before April.
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The heating account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on April unless I pay $600. I have never been late before my partner leaving the household.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $130 first, which I don't have.
I live with a disabled brother, and going through summer without heating isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature.
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 $600 goes:
• Electricity arrears: $370
• Reconnection and late fees: $120
• Down payment on a payment plan: $110
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Ingrid
- due date
- 2026-04-04
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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sending good thoughts, Ingrid. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Thinking of Freiburg!
Keep going. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home
Best of luck. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Put this on a community board in Manchester this morning.