Oneonta Utilities: Natural Gas

Natural Gas

We offer natural gas services for Oneonta city, much of Blount county, and select areas in Jefferson and St. Clair counties. Natural gas is a clean and efficient fuel that helps heat your home, warm your shower, cook your food, dry your clothes, fire up your grill and even fuel your car. It is a domestic and abundant source of fuel and is safe when used with proper care.

Properties of Natural Gas

Lighter than air so it will disperse into the atmosphere
Odorless, colorless, tasteless
Vapor consisting primarily of methane and ethane
Contains approximately 1,000 BTU's per cubic foot

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Managing Rising Energy Costs

You've probably noticed that natural gas prices are much higher than they have been in previous years. In the meantime, here are some practical things you can do to conserve energy while market prices are high:

Turn down the thermostat when you're not home or sleeping
Close off rooms when not in use
Keep your air filters for your HVAC changed regularly
Make sure your appliances are working properly and maintained
Turn the temperature of your water heater down
Take shorter showers
Wash clothes in cold water when possible
Seal any cracks around windows and doors
Turn off the lights in rooms you're not in
Change your lightbulbs to more efficient LED bulbs

Natural Gas

Properties of Natural Gas

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Managing Rising Energy Costs

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