The Benefits of Natural Gas
Natural gas is one of the most versatile, dependable sources of energy available to today's homeowners. Compared to other fuels, natural gas offers many advantages:
- Economical - Natural gas is still one of the best values in today's volatile energy market. With natural gas in your home, it's possible to save as much as 10 to 20% over propane or fuel oil. And, because natural gas appliances are so efficient to operate, you'll save on overall energy costs.
- Convenient - Natural gas is delivered directly into your home from underground pipelines as you use it. You'll never have to worry about running low or storing tanks on site.
- Safe - Natural gas is colorless, odorless, tasteless and non-toxic. A special odorant is added to help identify gas leaks. Unlike propane, natural gas is also lighter than air, which means it vents easier if a leak does develop.
- Abundant - It's estimated that there is a 70-year reserve of natural gas in the lower 48 states at current production levels. You'll rest easy knowing that over 97% of our nation's natural gas comes from right here in North America with no dependence on unstable foreign nations.
- Efficient - Natural gas heating systems and appliances have the highest "total
energy efficiency," which translates into the best energy value.
- Gas water heaters can produce twice as much hot water compared to electric at 30% less cost.
- Gas stoves offer the fastest, most precise cooking temperature.
- Gas dryers dry items more quickly, so they use less energy and are gentler on your clothes.
- Clean - Natural gas is clean-burning fuel compared to other fossil fuels such as coal and oil. Choosing gas is better for the environment, because it helps avoid an increase in pollutants, such as greenhouse gas emissions, acid rain, smog, solid waste and water pollution.