Customers encouraged to monitor natural gas meter area
Great Plains Natural Gas is encouraging customers to inspect their natural gas meters to make sure there is not a build up of snow and ice. Customers are encouraged to clear the snow and ice away from the meter set.
Also, anyone operating snow removal equipment needs to be aware of objects buried under the snow, which can include natural gas meters and risers.
Accumulations of snow and ice can cause the regulator and meter to malfunction and result in a hazardous situation. A buried regulator may become clogged, affecting the supply of gas to the appliances. When melting occurs and the snow becomes wet and heavy, it can put pressure on the meter setting and cause strain on the associated piping. In extreme cases, the possibility exists that the piping could break.
If you believe damage has occurred around the meter set, please call Great Plains Natural Gas at 1-877-267-4764 so the problem can be repaired.
2009-10 Heating Season Outlook
Sept. 15, 2009 – Great Plains Natural Gas Co. customers can expect to pay about the same as last year to heat their home during the upcoming heating season, which runs from November to March.
“Storage levels across the country are in great shape because of increased domestic production and decreased demand, which will help to keep prices at about the same level as last heating season,” said Dave Goodin, president and chief executive officer of Great Plains Natural Gas Co. “During the last heating season, Great Plains Natural Gas prices were approximately 20 percent lower than the previous winter, which resulted in the lowest prices in the past five years.”
Great Plains expects prices during the upcoming winter will remain at these low levels and will continue to pass these savings onto its customers. However, prices are subject to monthly changes based on the fluctuations in the wholesale market. The projections are based on normal weather conditions and no major supply or demand disruptions.
Great Plains continues to encourage customers to use energy wisely and continue individual conservation efforts. Conservation tips and other useful information can be found here.
For customers anticipating payment difficulties, call 1-877-267-4764 to make payment arrangements.
