Switching From Electric to Natural Gas
When compared with other fuels, natural gas is usually the most economical choice. Replacing your electric appliances with natural gas may result in big savings on your energy bill.
| Average Annual Electric Cost |
Average Annual Natural Gas Cost |
Annual Savings* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furnace | $3,044 | $1,468 | $1,577 |
| Water Heater | $918 | $441 | $477 |
| Clothes Dryer | $117 | $36 | $84 |
| Range | $85 | $26 | $61 |
* Actual savings will vary based on weather, equipment efficiencies, lifestyle, habits and other factors. The savings are based on a commercial customer who is using less than 2,000 Therms annually.
Assumptions
- Based on average year-round commercial customer.
- Based on actual 2009 WPS Gas and WPS Standard Electric Rates (Rg-1).
- Water temperature set at 125 degrees; furnace set at 70 degrees.
- Average equipment efficiencies: 95 percent Furnace, 63 percent Water Heater.
Why Most Customers Choose Natural Gas
Natural gas is one of the most versatile, dependable sources of energy available today. Find out more about the benefits of natural gas.