When we think about natural gas, it is often in the capacity of heating our homes and cooking our food. But did you know that there are several other ways you can utilize your natural gas hookup? On average, natural gas can save homeowners several hundreds of dollars a year on heating alone! Imagine if all your appliances were run with natural gas as well? Learn more about what options are available for natural gas service.

Air Conditioner

A surprising switch for some, gas-powered A/C units are often more efficient than their electric counterparts. This means that the unit's airflow is more powerful and the temperature in the house stays cooler. The up-front cost of a natural gas unit may be slightly higher, but a gas-powered A/C unit pays for itself within a few years — especially when the weather is hotter for longer. Ohio's summer saw record high temps that have yet to fully break for fall, making this switch a real life-saver! While this appliance is mostly run with natural gas, there is a small amount of electricity that runs the internal condenser.

Water Heater

Natural gas water heaters are some of the best on the market. A huge plus is that your home will be supplied with hot water no matter what — when the electricity goes out during a winter storm, you don't want to be left out in the cold, literally! Gas water heaters are also more efficient, heating water faster and for a cheaper utility bill in the long run. You can even upgrade to a tankless water heater to save space. These newer models heat water on demand, which is actually cheaper than storing large amounts of hot water in a traditional tank — a great way to stay energy efficient!

Dryer

A natural gas dryer may be the most surprising option, but it stands the test of time! Natural gas dryers are faster at drying loads of laundry and more efficient overall. With a gas hookup and proper ventilation, you could be doing laundry in half the time it used to take. Worried about the smell? Don't be — there is actually no odor that contributes to the drying process at all. The natural gas simply does the heating.

Overall, natural gas appliances offer excellent reasons to make the switch. When you pair efficiency and cost-effectiveness with the expertise of Kratos' team — which helps our variable rate stay one of the lowest in the state of Ohio — you have a clear winning combination. Learn more about how to make the switch today!