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Understanding Deregulation and Why It Benefits You as a Customer

After relying on state regulators to set natural gas prices for centuries, it can initially seem a little uncomfortable or confusing to shop for a natural gas supplier. You don’t have time to wade through dozens of rate plans and aren’t sure which energy company deserves your trust because you have only ever bought natural gas from one.

The whole process is similar to buying cell phone service today versus getting phone service from the traditional, regulated telephone company of old. Not long ago, the telephone monopoly meant you had no choices. You had an old rotary phone and you were charged a non-negotiable rate. Today, you weigh a variety of factors including value, flexibility and aesthetics and you purchase the plan that best fits your needs.

Today’s nonregulated natural gas market in Ohio is no different. Now, you actually have a choice. And when you choose Integrys, you’re choosing price stability. At first, any change may seem awkward. But there are no worries. Natural gas still flows the same way that it always has, and you still have the same emergency services from your utility. The only differences you will ever notice are our name on your bill and the peace of mind of stable prices.