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Keep the heating on at Nicolae's home in București

A disconnection notice for heating arrived and Nicolae needs $300 before November.

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Nicolae Dorin Gheorghe
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București
The heating account is 4 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless I pay $300. I have never been late before a reduction in hours. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $20 first, which I don't have. I live with three children under ten, and going through the rainy season 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 $300 goes: • Utility arrears: $190 • Reconnection and late fees: $55 • Down payment on a payment plan: $55 If you're reading this, thank you.
due date
2026-10-29
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Nicolae

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 36% funded and the plan for utility arrears is now scheduled.

  2. Update from București: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 36% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Wanted to say thank you properly. 30% funded and the plan for down payment on a payment plan is now scheduled.

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  • Angeliki Marina OikonomouQuestion

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

    • Nicolae Dorin GheorgheOwnerAnswer

      It's all in the list in the story. utility arrears is the big one at $190, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Thanks for asking.

  • Jonas Elias Walter

    Thinking of you and your family, Nicolae. This could happen to any of us. I have a 6 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless.

    • Praveen J. Rathnam

      Wishing you the best. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Blessings

      $189 raised of $300

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