Natural gas appliances go far beyond a beautiful stove. Did you know that most electric appliances have a natural gas counterpart? Most households experience savings of several hundreds of dollars when they switch to natural gas for just their heating services. Imagine how much more your family could save when using those everyday tools. From clothing to cooking, we run down what can and should be swapped for natural gas appliances.

Stoves & Ranges

Natural gas stoves top the list for the most sought-after natural gas appliance — and for good reason. Cooking with gas not only saves you money but also time. The flame surrounds the pan's bottom in a way that electric coils simply cannot, allowing for quick heating and even cooking. If you go for the full combo of a natural gas range, the oven portion also offers much faster pre-heating and cooking times. Soon you can channel your inner Julia Child and create food masterpieces like never before.

Water Heater

Across the board, natural gas appliances' best feature is their ability to save money over electric — and this is no exception for water heaters. In Ohio, your water heater is one of the hardest working appliances in winter and beyond. Another standout feature of natural gas water heaters is that they continue working during a power outage. In Ohio, downed power lines are an unfortunate side effect of snow, heavy rain, and blustery days. Wouldn't it be nice to have peace of mind when it comes to a hot shower during heavy storms?

Fireplace

Love the look of flames crackling on a cold night? Natural gas fireplaces are the easiest and cleanest choice. Wood burns beautifully but leaves a heavy mess. If you are a household with young children, limited mobility, or simply on a time crunch, a natural gas fireplace will help you get more from your appliance. These fireplaces distribute heat more evenly than traditional wood-burning ones — built-in fans spread that lovely warmth across the room, no more getting dangerously close to the fire just to stay warm.

Dryers

Did you know that electricity is actually lost along power lines as it travels to its destination? When it is then converted into heat to dry your clothes, even more is lost. This is why a natural gas dryer is a more energy-efficient choice for this weekly household task. Gas dryers also tend to cut drying time in half, giving you a bit more time to relax. Want another bonus? Natural gas dryers can actually eliminate the need for ironing, thanks to the sped-up dissipation of heat at the end of the cycle that prevents wrinkles from setting in.

Are you thinking about upgrading to natural gas appliances? Be sure to check back to the Kratos Gas & Power weekly blog to learn more helpful tips on saving money in the home!