Converting From Oil to Natural Gas in DE, MD, or PA?

Switch to Natural Gas with Ease!

Delmarva Power has been aggressively running natural gas lines everywhere they can reach. Do you live in an area or community that has natural gas available? Hillside has been doing conversions for many of our customers at prices below other quotes they are getting from local companies. We may sell heating oil, but Hillside also has a full-service heating and air conditioning department that can help with any service, replacement, repair, or conversion. We would hate to see you go as an oil customer but would love the opportunity to make sure you are converted to high-quality service, knowledgeable technicians and at the most affordable rate possible. Keep Hillside in mind for any HVAC services you might need.

Furnace Conversion from Oil or Electric to Propane or Gas

Get the facts that will help you make an informed decision about switching from oil (or electric power) to natural gas to heat your home. Propane and natural gas furnaces are cheaper than electric and oil-powered ones.

Check Your Local Power Company

We suggest that you start by calling your local gas company to find out what’s available in your neighborhood. Then, we can help you explain your options to see if converting to natural gas is right for you. A Hillside home comfort specialists will come out to your home and assess your needs, and provide a free estimate with an accurate cost.

Delaware and Maryland: Visit Delmarva Power or call the Gas Division at (302) 454-0300.

Pennsylvania: Visit PECO or call the Gas Division at 1-866-685-5665.

Rebates & Credits in PA

PECO offers rebates and credits when you install natural gas service at your home.

Rebates

• Get up to $500 with PECO Smart Natural Gas Rebates.
• $200 PECO Smart Natural Gas Conversion rebate when you convert to natural gas heating from another heating fuel
• $300 PECO Smart Gas Efficiency Upgrade for ENERGY STAR-qualified heating equipment
  Rebates are valid for PECO natural gas customers in Southern Chester County. For a conversion rebate, customers must replace their current oil, propane or electric heating systems with a new, qualified natural gas heating system.

Additionally, the new natural gas system must be your residence’s sole or primary source of heat.

Installation Credits

To enjoy the benefits of natural gas, we will need to determine if you are near a natural gas main and require a natural gas service line.

If you do not already have a natural gas service line, you may be able to have one installed if natural gas is available in your area. A cost may be associated with installing a service line on your property. However, most homes without a natural gas service line are eligible for credits from PECO toward the installation costs.

In October 2015, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PAPUC) approved PECO’s plan to implement initiatives that provide more incentives to customers interested in switching to natural gas service. Customers will now receive a larger credit based on their natural gas usage.

Make the switch today. Apply online or call 1-866-685-5665 (Monday – Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM) to get started.

Why Switch to Gas (Residential)

​​Natural gas has many benefits. Switching to gas makes sense because it is:

• Economical: generally more affordable than other heating sources
• Reliable: delivered safely to your home and no need to refill fuel storage tanks
• Domestic: highly efficient, domestic fuel
• Clean: the cleanest burning fossil fuel
• Versatile: use it for heating, cooking, grilling, water heating, and drying clothes. Take advantage of its affordability throughout your home.
• Due to its abundant domestic supply, natural gas prices have hit a 10-year low during the past five years. Compared to other fuels, the cost of natural gas is expected to remain low in the future.