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Category: Natural Gas

7 Best Natural Gas Detectors of 2026: Reviews & Safety Guide

By LaLeesha Haynes

Installing the right detector provides critical early warnings for leaks, keeping your home safe and efficient. You probably don’t think about your gas lines often, but a small leak can turn into a major safety hazard, and a waste of money, in seconds. While natural gas providers add a “rotten egg” smell (mercaptan) to help…

Tale of Two Winters: Nicor Gas Rates Jump 27% While Chicago Sees Relief

By David Cosseboom

For millions of Illinois residents, the arrival of February bills will bring a starkly different financial reality depending on which side of the city limit they live. In a significant market divergence, Nicor Gas, which serves 2.2 million customers across the suburbs and downstate, has raised its supply rate to 53.23 cents per therm for…

SCANA vs. Gas South: A Head-to-Head Comparison of Rates and Service

By LaLeesha Haynes

Understanding the real differences between Georgia’s top two natural gas providers helps you avoid hidden fees and secure the best long-term rate for your home. Choosing between SCANA Energy and Gas South can feel like splitting hairs, especially when both providers saturate the Georgia market with similar marketing claims. If you’re choosing a natural gas…

SCANA Energy vs. Georgia Natural Gas: Which Provider Has the Best Rates in 2026?

By David Cosseboom

SCANA Energy offers accessible plans for credit-challenged customers, while Georgia Natural Gas provides competitive fixed rates and Delta SkyMiles rewards for long-term homeowners. Moving into a new home in the Atlanta Gas Light territory can feel overwhelming when you realize just how many marketers are vying for your business. The deregulated market in Georgia means…

Heating Bill Shock: CenterPoint Energy Ohio Gas Rates Jump 41% for February

By David Cosseboom

Homeowners in West Central Ohio are waking up to a harsh reality this morning. Effective February 1, CenterPoint Energy Ohio (formerly Vectren) has increased its Standard Choice Offer (SCO) for natural gas to $1.0182 per Ccf. This dramatic price hike represents a 41.1% increase over January’s rate of $0.7215 and crosses the psychologically significant $1.00…