Make the switch to natural gas now and begin saving 50%* on your home energy bills this heating season!

• No more negotiating with propane or heating oil suppliers. Our rates are regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission.
• No more worries about running out of fuel. Delivery of natural gas is completely worry-free.

Natural Gas is safe, clean-burning, efficient and economical.

* Average savings for residential customers based on a five-year period.

Compare Costs for Yourself

Fill in the blanks below, then click the "Calculate Savings" button for your potential cost savings.

I currently heat with	Propane Heating Oil
My annual fuel usage	gallons
I pay $	per gallon inc. tax (ex. 1.23)

Convert Current Fuel to Natural Gas Units:
1,000 gallons	x	91,000 Btu per gallon (1)	=	891	Ccf Natural Gas (2)
		102,100 Btu per Ccf (1)
Your Current Annual Fuel Costs:				$1,230
Your Equivalent Natural Gas Costs:
891	Ccfs x 0.86206 (3)			$768
$10.50	Customer Charge (3) x 12 months			$126
$0.23	Monthly U-16999 IRM Surcharge (3) x 12 months			$2.76
	4% Residential Michigan Sales Tax			$36
	Total Annual Natural Gas Costs (4)			$930
Your Estimated Annual Savings with Natural Gas:				$300

(1) Source: Energy Information Administration Web site, "Apples, Oranges and Btu"
(2) Ccf = hundred cubic feet
(3) DTE's current rate as approved by the Michgan Public Service Commission
(4) Note: Other potential installation fees may apply.

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Is MichCon Natural Gas Service available in my area?

The Michigan Public Service Commission maintains a state-wide listing of electric and gas utility companies and the general areas they serve. Once you have determined that MichCon serves your community, please use the e-mail or phone contact information below to find out if service is available at your location.

How do I make the switch?

It’s easy! Just send us an e-mail  or phone 800.533.6220. A MichCon representative will contact you to verify service is available at your location and to provide an estimated cost for service line and meter installation.