Frequently Asked Questions
Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGLC)
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about your local distribution company,
Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGLC).
Who do I call for emergencies, or if I smell gas?
Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGLC) handles all gas emergencies.
In Metro Atlanta: 770-907-4231
Outside Metro Atlanta: 1-877-427-4321
What is the role of Atlanta Gas Light in my natural gas service?
Atlanta Gas Light (AGL) is the distribution company that owns the pipeline system
through which natural gas is delivered to your property. AGL connects, reconnects,
and disconnects gas service and reads meters. In Georgia's deregulated natural gas
industry, AGL is the distributor, Gas South is a provider (marketer), and you are
the end-user.
Will I receive a bill from Atlanta Gas Light for their services?
No. Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGLC) will forward all of your charges and fees to
Gas South and they will appear as a portion of your Gas South bill. These charges
include the monthly AGL Pass Through Charges and Meter Read Charge, as well as connect,
reconnect and switch fees.
What are the AGL Pass Through Charges?
The AGL Pass Through Charges consist of AGL’s cost for maintaining the natural gas
pipelines and storage facilities, reading your meter each month and other social and
environmental costs. AGL sends us your monthly charges for these services, which are
“passed through” to you – without any additional cost or mark-up. These charges are
the same regardless of which natural gas marketer you choose. To learn more about
your AGL Pass Through Charges, please refer to the Guide to Atlanta Gas Light Charges
on the AGL website.
When will I get charged the AGL Pass Through Charges?
AGL Pass Through Charges are assessed on the 20th of every month for the next month of
service. AGL assesses full monthly pass through charges regardless of the actual number
of days you receive service.
Are the AGL Pass Through Charges the same for all customers?
No. The AGL Pass Through Charges differ for residential and business customers and are based on
the AGL Dedicated Design Day Capacity (DDDC). Your DDDC Factor is used to calculate your AGL
Pass Through Charges. The DDDC Factor determines how much pipeline capacity is needed to deliver
natural gas to your location on the coldest day of the year. AGL calculates your DDDC annually,
usually in August, by reviewing the past gas consumption and usage patterns at your premise. See
How to Read Your Monthly Bill (PDF 114KB) for an example of
the DDDC.
If I move will I keep the same AGL Pass Through Charges?
No. Because the Dedicated Design Day Capacity (DDDC) is calculated for a premise
and not a customer, if you move to a new location you may have a different DDDC
at your new location. Because the DDDC is used to calculate the AGL Base Charge,
you may have a different AGL Pass Through Charges at your new location.
Where will I find the AGL Pass Through Charge on my bill?
The AGL Base Charge will be listed as AGL Pass Through Charges on your Gas South bill. See How to Read Your Monthly Bill (PDF 114KB) for
an example of these charges.
Can I turn off my service in the warm summer months to avoid paying the AGL Pass Through Charges?
Yes. However, a customer who voluntarily disconnects service and reconnects service at the
same premise within a twelve month period will be charged an Atlanta Gas Light (AGLC) Seasonal
Fee. The AGL Seasonal Fee is currently $25 for a residential customer and $35 for a business
customer. This fee does not include additional connect fees of up to $60 for a residential
customer and up to $100 for a business customer.
What are AGL switch fees?
Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGLC) customers may switch providers once every 12
months at no charge. AGL charges Switch Fees to customers who change providers
more than once within a 12 month period of time. This fee is currently $7.50.
Does Atlanta Gas Light offer a senior discount?
Yes. Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGLC) offers an AGL senior citizen discount on their
monthly AGL Base Charge. To qualify, you must be 65 years or older and on a fixed
income of less than $14,355 a year. This discount is for the total amount of the
AGL Base Charge, or $14, whichever is less. Please complete the AGL Senior Citizen Discount Application (PDF 34KB)
or contact
us and we will be glad to help you apply for the AGL Senior Citizen Discount.
Gas South also offers Senior Rate
Plans for customers who are 65 or older.
If I have questions concerning the Atlanta Gas Light charges on my bill, whom should
I call?
Please
contact us or call us at 1-877-472-4932 with any questions about the Atlanta
Gas Light Company (AGLC) portion of your bill and we will be glad to assist you.