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What are your office hours and toll-free customer service numbers?

Answer:

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call toll-free: 1-888-301-7700.

If you experience a gas emergency, please call us at 1-866-933-3820 1-866-900-4460 1-866-542-3547.

What information do I need to know for new residential gas service?

Answer:

You will need to provide us with the following:

Your name
The address of the new location
The gas equipment to be installed with input rating

Natural gas is not available in all locations although we may serve your community. Please call us toll-free to inquire about availability in your neighborhood: 1-888-301-7700.

What holidays are observed by the Company?

Answer:

The table below lists the observed Company holidays this year. Our offices are closed for business on the following days:

New Year's Day	Friday, January 1, 2021
Memorial Day	Monday, May 31, 2021
Independence Day (Observed)	Monday, July 5, 2021
Labor Day	Monday, September 6, 2021
Veteran's Day	Thursday, November 11, 2021
Thanksgiving Day	Thursday, November 25, 2021
Day after Thanksgiving Day	Friday, November 26, 2021
Christmas (Observed)	Friday, December 24, 2021
New Year's Day (2022 Observed)	Friday, December 31, 2021

Does Unitil install appliances like heating systems, boilers and gas cooking equipment?

Answer:

We do not offer the installation or direct sale of appliances such as heating systems or cooking equipment, but we do offer rental conversion burners and rental water heaters.

Unitil does not specifically endorse any local contractors. Check your local yellow pages for a list and be sure the contractor is licensed and insured before any work is perfomed.

Although Unitil does not specifically endorse any local contractors, we have provided a list to help youin your search. Click HERE for a list of NH Installation Contractors. You can also check your local yellow pages for a list. Be sure the contractor is licensed and insured before any work is performed.

Although Unitil does not specifically endorse any local contractors, we have provided a list to help youin your search. Click HERE for a list of ME Installation Contractors. You can also check your local yellow pages for a list. Be sure the contractor is licensed and insured before any work is performed.

Does Unitil recommend local contractors to call for installation quotes?

Answer:

Unitil does not specifically endorse any local contractors. Check your local yellow pages for a list and be sure the contractor is licensed and insured before any work is perfomed.

What is a conversion burner?

Answer:

A gas conversion burner allows you to switch from oil to natural gas by replacing only the oil burner on your current furnace or boiler. We offer rental conversion burners through our EasyCare Program - it's the easiest, fastest and most inexpensive way to replace or upgrade your existing oil furnace or boiler. Every rental comes with 24-hour service, seven days a week so you'll always have worry-free peace of mind.
Contact your local residential gas representative at 888-301-7700 to schedule an appointment. We’ll come out to examine your heating system and let you know if you're eligible for a conversion burner.

I've made the switch to natural gas. Once the gas line is installed, how do I get my new meter set?

Answer:

A gas inspection number must be called in to Unitil by your local gas inspector. This lets us know that they have approved your internal piping and it meets state plumbing code. You must call your local Customer Project Coordinator at 978-353-3285 to have an account and a meter order set up in your name to authorize the meter installation.

Once the inspection number is called in and your meter order is complete, we schedule your meter set. Please note: if new gas equipment has been installed, your plumber must be present to light all the gas equipment or the meter will be set in the locked position.

If your meter is set in the locked position, you must call our Customer Service Center at 888-301-7700 to create a work order to have the meter turned on. Our Meter & Service department will work with your plumber to coordinate the installation of the meter.

After the gas service line is installed, the plumbing and heating contractor has performed a pressure test, and your local inspector has approved the installation, please contact us at 603-294-5155 to schedule your meter installation.

Before the meter can be set and turned on, Unitil will need access to the equipment that will be using natural gas in order to perform a required safety check. The equipment must be installed, wired and ready, and the contractor will have performed a pressure test on the system.

Paperwork is required to be completed by your installer/contractor and made available at the job site for Unitil (most contractors already have a copy of this document and are aware of this requirement). We schedule appointments in four-hour blocks, between 8:00 a.m. and noon, or noon and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please call 207-541-2502 to set up an appointment.

Are there state or federal rebates available? How do I get them?

Answer:

High efficiency equipment rebates are offered through our Gas Networks Program. Gas Networks is a collaborative of local natural gas utilities serving residential, commercial and industrial customers.

Rebates and incentives are also available through Efficiency Maine, a statewide group that helps businesses and residents all over Maine use energy resources more efficiently, reduce energy costs, and lighten the impact on Maine’s environment from the burning of fossil fuels.

How do I read my meter?

Answer:

Your meter could be one of several models we use in our service areas. Digital and odometer displays are the most straightforward to read because they present your energy usage directly; dial meters can be a little more difficult. Click here to learn how to read your dial meter.

Where can I find the latest outage and restoration information?

Answer:

We've centralized all of our outage information in a section on our site called the Outage Center. Here you'll find links to the latest news, public service announcements and outage updates for our customers, as well as general information on seasonal storm preparation, power restoration and being prepared for extended outages.

We also have dedicated resources and information for municipal contacts in the communities we serve here.

What are your toll-free numbers and office hours?

Answer:

Our customer service hours are 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday. However, you may call our automated system to make a payment or ask general questions toll-free at 1-888-301-7700.

Gas emergencies should be reported immediately to 1-866-542-3547 1-866-900-4115 1-866-900-4460.

Will natural gas always be cheaper than oil?

Answer:

We anticipate natural gas will be cheaper than oil or propane as a home heating source for many years. Of course, the energy markets are always shifting and we cannot guarantee natural gas will always be less expensive than other sources.

Is natural gas safe?

Answer:

Natural gas is a safe ,affordable, convenient, reliable, versatile and clean burning source of energy when used correctly in equipment that is properly installed and maintained. View our natural gas safety page for more information.

What should I do if I smell gas?

Answer:

If you smell, see, or hear a suspected gas leak, move to a safe environment and call Unitil’s toll-free gas leak number immediately: 866-900-4460. DO NOT use a lighter or telephones, and DO NOT switch on/off appliances, lights, or even a flashlight in the area where you smell gas. These items can produce sparks that might ignite the gas and cause an explosion.

What is the cost of natural gas vs. home heating oil?

Answer:

Current New Hampshire fuel prices are available here on the NH.gov website. We provide current and historical residential gas rates here.

Current Maine home heating oil prices are available here on the Maine.gov website. We provide current and historical residential gas rates here.

Current Massachusetts oil prices are available here on the Mass.gov website. We provide current and historical residential gas rates here.

Natural gas is currently about half the cost of home heating oil.