Does PECO handle gas and electric?

Yes, in Pennsylvania, customers can choose the company that supplies their electricity and natural gas. Whether or not you choose a new electric supplier or natural gas supplier, PECO will continue to deliver reliable electric and gas service to your business.

What is PECO responsible for?

PECO is the largest electric and natural gas utility in Pennsylvania, serving approximately 1.6 million electric customers and more than 511,000 natural gas customers in southeastern Pennsylvania.

Can they turn off your electric in the winter in PA?

Your utility service can be shut off during winter months (December 1 through March 31) without the PUC’s approval if you fail to pay your bill. In order to shut off service in the winter months, your income must be above 250 percent of the federal poverty level.

Who is responsible for the gas meter in my house?

Your supplier is responsible for making sure your meter works properly. If you’re a tenant and your landlord pays the energy bills, tell them you think the meter might be faulty. They will be responsible for contacting the energy supplier and sorting out the issue.

How can I lower my PECO bill?

PECO Provides Tips to Help Customers Fall into Savings

Keep it sealed. A poorly sealed house is costlier to keep warm.
Upgrade your insulation.
Check ducts for air leaks.
Warm up your system.
Manage your thermostat.
Be prepared for cooler weather.
Take advantage of the sun’s heat.
Shorter days and longer lights.

What should I do if I smell gas in my PECO?

If you smell natural gas, call PECO at 1-800-841-4141, 24 hours-a-day, every day. If you smell a faint odor of natural gas, check to see if a pilot light is out or if a burner is partially on.

How can I reduce my PECO bill?

What kind of energy does PECO use?

solar energy
PECO currently generates 0.14% of its energy portfolio from solar energy, but, according to the environmental activists group Earth Quaker Action Team, “… could generate up to 20% of their portfolio from solar.” Sourcing solar energy from rooftop solar panels “…would generate 70 jobs…” or “…

Who pays for a new gas meter?

Who pays for gas meter replacement? The cost of replacing a meter may be free, but this depends on your energy supplier. There could be a small admin charge but there is no reason why you would be charged for a required piece of equipment.

Who is PECO electric and natural gas company?

www.electricityratespennsylvania.com is not affiliated with PECO. PECO is a large Pennsylvania electricity and natural gas utility that owns 29,000 miles of power distribution wires and 500 electricity substations, along with 6,600 miles of natural gas mains and 31 gas gate stations.

How many miles of power lines does PECO have?

PECO is a large Pennsylvania electricity and natural gas utility that owns 29,000 miles of power distribution wires and 500 electricity substations, along with 6,600 miles of natural gas mains and 31 gas gate stations. PECO has been serving Pennsylvania with power and natural gas for more than 100 years.

Is there a PECO power plant in Pottstown PA?

PECO has been serving Pennsylvania with power and natural gas for more than 100 years. PECO rates are offered in Pottstown and throughout its 2,100 square mile service area. However, PECO natural gas and electric rates on supply are no longer the only option for consumers’ energy supply.

Is the PECO and PGW regulated in PA?

But don’t panic. You may be protected. Service terminations, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission voted last month, can resume for PUC-regulated utilities PECO and PGW, says Joline Price, a staff attorney with Community Legal Services of Philadelphia’s energy unit.

When does PECO start and stop electric service?

PECO remotely connects and disconnects electric service. All connects and disconnects are processed starting at 8 AM. If you request your electricity shut off you will not have power after 8 AM on the day you choose to stop service. For commercial properties, you can easily submit an online request to stop service below.

Can you save money with PECO Energy choice?

Savings as an Energy Choice customer are possible but not guaranteed. The prices charged by a competitive Electric Generation Supplier (for electric supply) or Natural Gas Supplier (for gas supply) could be either higher or lower than the rate you would owe to PECO if you purchased these services from PECO.

How to contact PECO natural gas customer service?

If you have a natural gas or electric emergency, call PECO immediately at 1-800-841-4141. PECO Emergency Service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For billing or general service assistance, please contact our customer service department at 1-800-494-4000.

Why is PECO doing the electric meter work?

In addition to this work, PECO is replacing existing natural gas main and service lines with plastic pipe across our system. This work enhances safety and improves service. Fact Sheets Electric Meter Project (pdf)