Convert to Gas
Natural gas is a clean, efficient and low-cost form of energy that has many advantages over propane and other fuels. If you choose natural gas, you can count on a steady supply to keep you comfortable at less cost throughout the winter.
Is Natural Gas the Right Choice for You?
Ameren continually expands and upgrades its energy delivery system to meet the needs of growing communities. That means natural gas is becoming a viable choice in areas where propane was once the only option.
This option is not currently available for customers located in Missouri.
Reliable
Our pipeline system provides natural gas on demand, so it's always there when you need it. In the rare event of a leak, we respond quickly, any time of the day or night - at no charge to the customer.
Consistent
Natural gas is delivered to your home through underground piping, so you never have to worry about running low on fuel, scheduling tank refills or maintaining storage tanks.
Safe
When used properly, natural gas is an extremely safe fuel choice. Natural gas is naturally colorless, tasteless and odorless, so Ameren adds a rotten-egg smell to make it easier to detect a natural gas leak.
Clean
Natural gas is the cleanest-burning fossil fuel, so it is less harmful to the environment.
Stable
You could save significantly on fuel costs by converting from propane to natural gas. Natural gas prices remain relatively low and stable, while propane prices tend to be volatile.
Efficient
Because natural gas appliances are so efficient, you'll save every month on energy costs.
Get Started Today
Once we have identified the number of potential new natural gas customers in your area, we will be able to provide you with a cost estimate to extend natural gas service to you if needed. This means that the overall cost to each customer will be less if there are more customers that want to convert to natural gas.
If natural gas is available at your location, we'll be in contact to help you complete the new service application and pay any required deposits. In the meantime, you can prepare your home and property for new natural gas service with details below.
More About Converting to Gas
Use our calculator to estimate annual savings you may realize by switching to natural gas from propane or oil as your primary fuel source. Then consider the two general areas of cost when considering converting to natural gas. Appliance costs include the work typically performed by a qualified plumbing or heating contractor. Pipeline extension costs include the work Ameren must do to get natural gas to your home.
What else should I consider before converting to natural gas?
Once you complete a new service application, these are a few steps you’ll need to take to prepare your home and property for new natural gas service:
- Check for required easements, licenses or permits, and clear right-of-ways of trees and other obstructions.
- Locate and mark your underground facilities such as gas pool heaters or permanently installed gas grills.
- Determine your meter location preference. The preferred meter location is typically 3-5 ft. from the front corner of the house, 3 ft. from an ignition source (electric meter or air conditioner) and 1 ft. from an opening (window or vent).
- Work with your qualified plumbing or heating contractor to upgrade your home fuel line (if needed). This will include converting your appliances from propane to natural gas with a conversion kit that your contractor can install.
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Potential Conversion Costs
These appliance conversion costs are represented as approximate amounts. Please contact a qualified plumbing or heating contractor for an estimate specific to your home and appliances.