Washington Gas - Here for the DMV

We're as obsessed with our customers...

As Washingtonians are with pandas and pre-check

Whether you use gas to warm your home, heat your water or cook your food, we come to work every day to deliver the affordable, reliable energy you choose.

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Whether you use gas to warm your home, heat your water or cook your food, we come to work every day to deliver the affordable, reliable energy you choose.

8 IN 10

Washingtonians

prefer gas appliances and amenities over all electric equipment.

Gas Costs

3.5X LESS

than electricity

3 Out of 4

Washingtonians

list household expenses as a top concern

Why We All <3 Gas

So why do 8 in 10 Washingtonians prefer gas appliances and amenities over all-electric equipment?

Probably because it doesn’t go out in big storms, is often lower-emission than electricity, and households that use natural gas for heating, cooking and clothes drying save an average of $1,132 per year compared to homes using electricity for the same applications.

Ways to Save  Energy and Money

Savings can mean a lot during a tough moment for our region.

We know you’re focused on saving what you can, where you can. That means our job is to make it as easy as possible for you to help your house and your budgets. Let's get them as tight as a metro car on the way to Nats Park. Get started with free energy efficiency tools from Washington Gas today.

Infrastructure Enhancements

We earned our 99% reliability rating.

Providing safe, high-quality energy to our families, neighbors and favorite businesses in DC, Maryland and Virginia is a big responsibility we don’t take lightly. We’re honored to fulfill it. The way we see it, upgrading our pipeline system and infrastructure ensures better service and efficiency minimizing interruptions. Customers are our thing, that’s why we’ve already invested $520M since 2023 in infrastructure upgrades. Say hi if you see Washington Gas at work in your neighborhood. You’re the whole reason we’re there.

Energy Saving Tips

Lower your boiler temp

Lowering your water heater to 120°F saves energy and still gives you plenty of hot water—no noticeable difference, just lower bills.

Seal air leaks

Sea ling up small gaps with caulk or weather-stripping is a simple weekend project that can cut heating and cooling costs by 10–20%. It keeps the air you pay to heat or cool inside, where it belongs.

Wash with cool water

Modern detergents are made to work in cold water, so you can skip the hot cycle and save energy without sacrificing clean clothes or dishes.

Set the right fridge temp & keep it full and clean

Keep your fridge between 37–4 0°F for safe, efficient cooling. A well-stocked fridge holds cold better than an empty one, and clean coils help it run even smoother.

Use ceiling fans wisely

Ceiling fans cool people, not rooms—so turn them of f when no one’s around. If possible, set the blades to spin counterclockwise in the summer to push cool air downward.

Put curtains to work

Let in the sun on chilly days by opening south-facing curtains—it’s free heat. On hot days, close blinds to keep the sun out and give your A/C a break.

Program your thermostat

Setting your thermostat back 7–10 °F for 8 hours a day can cut heating and cooling costs by up to 10%—and once it’s programmed, it does the saving for you.

Run full loads

Dishwashers and washing machines use about the same amount of energy whether they ’re half-empty or full; waiting until you have a full load can maximize each cycle.

Remember the one-degree

Adjusting your thermostat by just 1 °F—down in winter or up in summer—can trim about 3% of f your energy bill.

Match flame to pan size

Adjust your burner so the flame stays under the pan—not around it. Flames that climb the sides waste gas and heat up your kitchen.

In the Community

Check out some of our latest projects, like powering home builds  with A Wider Circle