Natural Gas Incentives to Save You Money
One of the benefits of a deregulated natural gas market like we have in Georgia is that suppliers must compete for your dollars. Specifically, to attract your business, some natural gas suppliers offer incentives. Such incentives can include discounts, free programs, and etc. Significantly, this month in Georgia, we have a few incentives to consider in your choice for a natural gas plan. So, let’s take a closer look at the best incentives to help you save on natural gas in GA.
Natural Gas Plans with Best Incentives
These three natural gas suppliers offer unique incentives with their plans this month.
Georgia Natural Gas® Offers two incentives this month. Firstly, you get Greener Life® free for 12 months. In other words, with this program, the supplier purchases carbon offsets to zero out your carbon use. Secondly, you get a 5 cent rate discount.
The supplier has a 12 month, 24 month, and 6 month plan, each with a rate of $0.749. However, the discount drops the rate to $0.699. Additionally, the monthly charge for the 6 month plan is $6.99-$7.99. But, the charge goes up by a dollar each for the longer terms. Finally, the ETF is $50 for each 6 month period left on the term, from $200-$50.
Constellation Offers an incentive of free water heater protection. In other words, this is low cost insurance for your water heater. This is valued at about $71 per 12 months.
To get this incentive, sign up for their 12 or 24 month plan. The rate for 12 months is $0.639 per therm. However, the 24 month plan bumps up to $0.649 per therm. Also, the monthly charge for 12 months is $6.95. But, the charge is a dollar higher for 24 months. Finally, the ETF is $150 for both plans.
Gas South Offers an incentive of $50 in bill credits over 10 months. In other words, a $5 credit on your bill for the first 10 months.
Get this incentive with a 12 or 24 month plan. The shorter term weighs in at a rate of $0.730 per therm. However, the longer term bumps up to a $0.770 per therm rate. Both plans have a monthly charge of $6.95-$9.95 and an ETF of $150.
How Much Will You Pay?
This chart compares estimated costs for these plans for spring, fall, and January. January, in fact, is an important month to compare. According to PSC data it’s typically the highest natural gas bill.
| Rates | April | October | January | |
| Georgia Natural Gas® (all) | 0.699 | 32.853 | 12.582 | 87.375 |
| Constellation (12) | 0.639 | 30.033 | 11.502 | 79.875 |
| Constellation (24) | 0.649 | 30.503 | 11.682 | 81.125 |
| Gas South (12) | 0.73 | 29.31 | 8.14 | 83.25 |
| Gas South (24) | 0.77 | 31.19 | 8.86 | 88.25 |
Firstly, remember that the Gas South plans include $5 credits. Therefore, although the rates are higher, the bills are sometimes lower than other providers. That $5 has a bigger impact on lower use months than higher months and you only get the credit for 10 months.
In conclusion, the cheapest rate from the Constellation 12 Month Home Natural Gas Plan saves you the most on your monthly bills, plus you get the water heater protection.
Of course, not everyone needs the same plans or incentives. So, if another incentive works better for you, don’t hesitate to grab it! In fact, get your new plan now at https://www.georgiagassavings.com.