Rebecca Bridges, Shannon Bedrich, Author at NaturalGasPlans

About Rebecca Bridges

Rebecca Bridges has worked in deregulated energy markets since 2001. As chief marketing officer for NaturalGasPlans, she focuses on energy efficiency tips and helping consumers pick the best natural gas plan for their home. Outside of work, Rebecca uses her marketing experience to support dog rescue and can often be found hiking or biking local trails.

Which is Better: Gas Dryer or Electric Dryer?

Shopping for a new dryer and deciding between gas vs electric? As a site focused on natural gas, we of course have an opinion on this. While gas dryers cost less to operate, they are more expensive up front.

To compare and decide between a gas vs. electric dryer, you need to understand how they work and how to compare costs across two different energy sources.

The bottom line: Gas dryers are around 1/3 the operating cost of an electric dryer. But gas dryers are also 15-20% more expensive. The break even on the higher expense takes around 8 months of operating costs.

Residential Natural Gas Prices in Georgia – April 2025

Last Updated April 16, 2025

Here’s your one stop shop to compare natural gas offers and switch your provider in the Atlanta Gas Light (AGL) area of Georgia.

In this article you’ll see current natural gas prices in Georgia, tips on how to compare GA gas rates and why you should shop your marketer each time your contract expires. (Note: And if you live in Atlanta, we have additional information on shopping your natural gas rate.)

Find Natural Gas Rates in Your Area

Searching for “natural gas rates near me?” It’s easy to find gas suppliers if you know where to look. In this article we explain the difference between natural gas suppliers versus utilities plus how to find natural gas rates in your area.

Summary: You can find natural gas rates near you by viewing the shopping site run by your state’s utility regulators, or by using a comparison shopping site like NaturalGasPlans.com. Either way, be sure to review not only the rate but also the term, monthly fee and any termination fee. In some states like Georgia you must shop for a supplier; in other states like Ohio, Pennsylvania and Michigan you can choose your utility for a rate that changes monthly, or a competitive supplier that offers fixed rates.

Spring Cleaning for Your Gas Appliances

Spring cleaning is the perfect time to schedule some maintenance for your gas appliances.

Spring cleaning is not just about tidying up your living space; it’s also the perfect time to perform maintenance on your gas appliances to maintain efficiency and safety.

In this article, we’ve compiled a list of common gas appliances and maintenance tips, covering everything from your cooktop and oven to your water heater and outdoor equipment.

Best Time To Shop Natural Gas Providers in Georgia

The best time to shop for a natural gas provider is always before your contract expires! But if you are wondering what time of year are natural gas prices in Georgia the lowest? The answer may surprise you.

Natural Gas Stoves – Safe for Your Home?

In early 2023, a Twitter-storm erupted over a report that natural gas stoves in homes should be banned. While that’s not happening nationally, it’s important to understand the pros and cons of natural gas stoves and ovens, and how to use them safely at home.

Natural Gas Plans With Value-Add Extras

Value-added extras can be yours when you shop for and choose the right natural gas plan in Georgia. In this article we’ll review some of the gas plans in Georgia with freebies or value-added extras.

17 Fall Tips for Homeowners

What should you do to get your house ready for fall? The fall home maintenance checklist is an important part of managing your home investment. Here are 17 home maintenance tips for fall, with a special section on prepping your natural gas furnace for heating season.

Should I Install a Natural Gas Generator?

When hurricane season or the winter storm season come around, homeowners start researching natural gas generators. With good reason! When the power goes off, a whole house standby generator means your lights stay on even if there’s a hurricane or blizzard.

Here’s what you need to know about whole house natural gas generators.

Gas Furnace Maintenance – DIY Tune Up

An annual furnace tune up is part of maintaining your natural gas heating system. Maintaining your furnace can save you a great deal of time and money. Because emergency furnace repairs can be costly and inconvenient, especially around the holidays and during the winter.

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