Choose Natural Gas for Savings Inside, Outside, All Around the House.
It s Energy-Efficient, Economical and Environmentally Sound. Natural gas saves today and tomorrow. From indoor heating to outdoor cooking, natural gas is a safe, efficient, cost-effective energy source with an abundant domestic supply. When families use natural gas to heat their homes and power their appliances, they not only save costs today, they help save our environment for future generations. Natural gas is a top energy choice for the more than 66 million homes in the United States that rely on its comfort and convenience.
Even Little Chefs Know Cooking with Natural Gas Saves Dough. Natural gas cooktops and ranges offer more precision, control and even heat distribution. Technological advancements have made natural gas cooktops and ovens even more energy efficient. Cooking with natural gas can save you up to 30% each year compared to an electric range. Natural gas ranges are durable and typically last six years longer than their electric counterparts. The burners on a gas range turn on instantly and heat up faster than an electric model. According to the Professional Chef s Association, 96% of professional chefs prefer cooking with gas.
Sleep like a Baby Knowing Natural Gas Costs Less. The majority of home buyers choose natural gas as their primary Natural gas heating systems cost less to operate than other fuels. heating fuel because of its affordability, efficiency and environmental benefits. Today s gas furnaces are up to 98% efficient compared to oil heating systems that can reach maximum efficiency levels of only 87%. A natural gas furnace or boiler generates air that is 25 degrees warmer than the heat produced by an electric heat pump. Natural gas furnaces are durable and last longer than any other heating system. On average, a natural gas furnace will last six years longer than an electric heat pump and five years longer than an oil furnace.
Stack Advantages Instead of Wood with Natural Gas. Natural gas fireplaces are clean, easy to maintain and environmentally friendly. With flexible installation options, natural gas fireplaces can be installed inside or outside. Natural gas fireplaces work efficiently with the touch of a button and deliver instant heat with no soot or ash. Natural gas fireplaces come in a variety of styles and venting options for an attractive heat source in any décor. Fireplaces increase your home s value and some models operate for as little as $.25 an hour. Unlike wood-burning fireplaces, natural gas fireplaces don t produce harmful emissions.
Bathe Yourself in Savings. One of the most economical choices available, natural gas water heaters heat up Natural gas water heaters can heat water twice as fast as electric models and cost less to operate than electric, oil or propane. Tankless units are reliable and durable and last an average of 20 years. Many natural gas water heating systems continue to work during a power outage. fast and require less time and storage to keep the hot water running. More efficient than electric, a 40-gallon conventional gas water heater produces more hot water than a 50-gallon conventional electric system.
Natural Gas Grilling Always is Well-Done. Natural gas grills offer homeowners incredible convenience and performance without the hassle of refilling a bulky tank. Outdoor grills powered by natural gas are less expensive to operate than propane, charcoal and electric models. Cooking outside on a natural gas grill takes heat out of the kitchen, lowering your air conditioning costs and electricity consumption. Natural gas grills are easy, fast, safe and tap into your home s natural gas supply so you never run out of fuel. These units provide complete control of the flame low heat for slow smoking and grilling to high heat for braising and searing. Easy to install, these grills can be mounted on a post, built into a decorative base or put on a moveable cart with a gas convenience outlet.
Natural Gas Lightens Your Load. Gentle on your wallet and on your clothes, natural gas dryers are dependable and With fewer moving parts than electric models, natural gas dryers are less likely to break down and last an average of 12 years. Moisture sensors prevent fabrics from over-drying and eliminate static cling. With better moisture control, you ll find fewer wrinkles in your clothes. efficient. A natural gas dryer costs less to operate than an electric dryer. Delivering faster heat-up and shorter drying time, natural gas dryers dry clothes in half the time of those powered by electric.
Natural Gas is the Reason to Play Outside in Any Season. Outdoor living is one of the hottest trends for homeowners thanks to Combine the timeless appeal of a crackling fire with the convenience and safety of a fireplace, fire pit or fire table. Natural gas lights emit a soft warm glow that does not attract insects, operate during power outages for safety and come equipped with light sensors and timers. the convenience of natural gas. Patio heaters will radiate infrared heat from 12 to 25 feet in all directions, helping to take the chill out of crisp fall nights. Natural gas pool and spa heaters can maintain a consistent water temperature regardless of outside weather. For added convenience, versatility and safety, convenience outlets increase the portability of any outdoor appliance and make winter storage a snap.
As Simple as 1, 2, 3. The benefits of natural gas are 1. It s Economical. Households using natural gas appliances for space and water heating, cooking and clothes drying spend less per year than those homes using appliances powered by electricity, propane or oil. 2. It s Practical. Whether you are taking a hot shower in the morning, preparing a family meal, enjoying a dip in the pool, entertaining friends at a backyard party, drying laundry or falling asleep in a warm bedroom, natural gas keeps us comfortable. 3. easy to see. It s Good for Us and the U.S. Nearly 100% of the United States natural gas supply comes from North America 90% from the U.S. alone. It provides energy security as our plentiful supply reduces our dependence on foreign sources. And it enriches our economy; natural gas supports nearly 3 million American jobs.
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