Southeast Energy Assistance is dedicated to improving the quality of life of low-income families in Atlanta by providing direct assistance to them in the areas of energy and water conservation and providing counseling relating to energy problems, water conservation, and the abatement of environmental hazards associated with low-income housing. These services cause a reduction in consumption which in turn reduces utility bills and provides the homeowner with more discretionary income. The repairs also reduce the possibility of rot and help maintain the housing stock. Reduction in consumption has an added benefit to the environment.