This is why I’m on a budget plan with the gas company. My monthly bill is $89 except for July/August when I make up any shortfall for the budget plan year. Usually, it’s no more than a few dollars. This way, no surprises.
Where in Florida do you live?
Two adults and two teen agers in my house, that tends to elevate bills too.
For instance, when my (adopted) kids first moved in about 7 years ago, the first increase I noticed was that our water bill doubled. All other bills went up but not doubled.
By the way, they are well worth the extra expense - best investment ever.