Metro Atlanta Guide to Utilities

Before you put the key in the lock of your new home, you have to prepare the property for your arrival. This means getting your utilities up and running soon after your home closing. Here in metro Atlanta, there are a number of services you’ll need to set up. Be sure to put these on your list as you begin the process.

Natural Gas

While metro Atlanta has a temperate climate, you’ll want to warm your home during the winter. Also, natural gas is used for water heating, cooking, clothes drying and more. You’ll need to select a natural gas provider, and there are several that serve metro Atlanta. You typically can research rates, customer service offerings and discounts and sign up online, making the process quick and convenient.

Did You Know? Georgia deregulated its natural gas market in 1998. Atlanta Gas Light owns and controls the natural gas pipelines, and natural gas marketers work with it to access them. Companies like SCANA Energy offer both fixed rate and variable rate plans depending on your needs.

Electricity

Accounting for 48 percent of household energy use in Georgia, electricity should be at the top of your utility service list. Depending on where your home is located, you have options. You can select a company like Georgia Power, which is the largest subsidiary of the Southern Company, or one of the Electric Membership Cooperatives (EMCs) that provide electricity to the area; these non-profit utilities serve more than four million customers as part of the Georgia Electric Membership Corporation.

IT’S A DEAL!

As you begin the utility setup process, be sure to check out some of metro Atlanta’s best deals, including these:

• Georgia Natural Gas (GNG) wants to give you a housewarming gift! Sign up using the promo code KNOWATLANTA and receive either a discounted rate or $120 in bill credits. And if you provide your real estate agent’s GNG Referral Code, he or she will get a thank you as well. Visit gng.com/knowatlanta or call (888) 258-5897 to get started.

• SCANA Energy knows a great way to save you money during your move. When you set up a new natural gas service with the company, you’ll receive a $60 credit on your first bill. Simply use promo code MOVER60 when you call (866) 353-7835 or visit scanaenergy. com/MOVER60 to take advantage of this fantastic offer.

Water

With metro Atlanta being comprised of so many cities and towns, it’s no surprise that there are various water and sewer service providers. Typically, your home will be serviced by either the county water authority or the city government. If you are moving into a previously owned home, the former owners can provide you with information. For new homes, the builder can point you in the right direction.

Phone, Cable and Internet

These days, phone, cable and Internet service is just as important as every other utility. In metro Atlanta, major service providers like Xfinity and AT&T are going to be the most common options, as they cover the entire area. Some counties do offer alternatives, allowing you to personalize your service. As with all other utilities, a bit of online research can make the process fast and seamless.

TIP To see which providers serve the county in which your home is located, be sure to check out KNOWAtlanta Magazine’s County Pages, starting on page 93.

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Choose the perfect housewarming gift — a discounted rate or $120 in bill credits.*

Sign up today:

1. Visit gng.com/knowatlanta or call 1-888-258-5897 2. Use Promo Code: KNOWATLANTA 3. Provide your real estate agent’s GNG Referral Code, and we’ll thank them too!

Enrollment eligibility, price plan availability and actual customer service charge, deposit requirement and price per therm are subject to GNG’s credit and payment policies. See gng.com for price plans and customer service charge ranges. All price plans are subject to GNG’s terms and conditions of service. *Offer limited to qualified residential customers who enroll on an eligible price plan between 01/05/2021 – 01/04/2022 using applicable promotion code; existing customers are eligible only where gas service is retained with GNG at the new premises. Customer may select either a discounted price or bill credits. If selected, $10/month credit available for a total of 12 consecutive months. To remain eligible for the discounted price or bill credits, customer must remain on the selected price plan during the applicable period and pay all charges billed by the date due, or discount or credits, as applicable, will be cancelled and customer will continue to be billed at the price plan rate without any discount or credits. Customer may not receive both bill credits and rate discount. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Referring real estate professionals are eligible to receive a $60 Visa Reward Card for qualifying residential referrals. © 2021 Georgia Natural Gas. All rights reserved. 01/2021