Interior Gas Utility

09/10/2026

This week’s fuel cost comparison is in.

The average delivered heating oil price from six local suppliers is $5.60 per gallon. At current IGU rates, natural gas has an equivalent fuel cost of $3.36 per gallon, a difference of $2.24 per gallon equivalent.

Our 2026 construction season is coming to a close, but you don’t have to wait until next summer to get the process started.

Thinking about making the switch? Now is the time to start planning for 2027.

Visit https://www.interiorgas.com/application/ to start your application for the 2027 construction season. Starting the process early gives our team time to review your property, determine gas availability, and help you prepare for next year’s construction season.

Don’t wait for construction season to start planning for construction season.

08/28/2026

And just like that, fall is upon us, and the end of construction season isn’t far behind.

You’ve probably seen our crews around town all summer, and they’re not slowing down.

Our construction crews have been absolutely crushing it this season, installing miles of new natural gas mainline and nearly 250 service lines throughout our community. We owe a huge thank you to the extremely hardworking men and women who have been out there every day making it happen.

But the work is not yet done.

Our construction schedule is extremely full through the beginning of October, which means if you want natural gas brought to your home or business this year, you’re just about out of time.

The deadline to apply for the 2026 construction season is this Monday, August 31.

Applications received after Monday will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis for the remainder of the 2026 construction season. Depending on location, construction requirements, and crew availability, your project may need to be pushed to the 2027 construction season.

If natural gas has been on your to-do list, now is the time to get your application in.

Don’t wait until the snow flies.

08/19/2026

Heating oil jumped another 16¢ per gallon in just two days.

We don't normally post our fuel-cost comparison twice in the same week, but with a change this significant, we felt it was worth providing an update.

On August 17, our average delivered heating oil price from local suppliers was $5.39/gallon.

As of August 19, that average has climbed to $5.55/gallon.

Meanwhile, at current IGU rates, natural gas remains $3.36 per gallon equivalent.

That means delivered heating oil is now $2.19 per gallon, or about 65% more expensive than natural gas on an equivalent-energy basis.

With winter approaching, heating oil prices climbing, and Alaska's construction season getting shorter by the day, now is the time to make the switch. Our crews are still installing new natural gas services, but the window to get projects completed this construction season is closing.

Don't wait until the snow flies to inquire about natural gas. Call us today to find out if service is available at your property and get the process started.

08/17/2026

This week's fuel cost comparison is in.

Based on the average delivered heating oil price from six local suppliers, heating oil is now $5.39 per gallon, up 2¢ from $5.37.

At current IGU rates, natural gas has an equivalent fuel cost of $3.36 per gallon, a savings of over $2.00 per gallon equivalent.

August is already half over which means fall is right around the corner and winter is certainly on the horizon, now is the time to make the switch to natural gas if you want to take advantage of these fuel cost savings during the upcoming heating season.

Converting can take time, and construction season is getting shorter, getting started now can help ensure you're ready before colder weather arrives.

If you're interested in converting or want to find out if natural gas is available in your area, we're happy to answer your questions and help you get started.

08/12/2026

08/07/2026

After reviewing all of your creative submissions, we're excited to officially introduce the newest member of the IGU family...

Gasquatch!

Congratulations to Alexandra Wehrman, whose name suggestion was selected as the winner of our Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway!

Please send us a private message or give us a call so we can arrange pickup of your fully loaded backpack!

A big thank you to everyone who took the time to submit a name. We had a blast reading through all of your creative ideas, and we truly appreciate everyone who participated.

This is just the beginning! Keep an eye on our page because the adventures of Gasquatch are just getting started.

Note: The image shown is an AI-generated concept rendering to help introduce Gasquatch. As Gasquatch becomes part of the IGU family, we intend to work with a local artist to develop an official version of the character. We love supporting local talent and look forward to bringing Gasquatch to life together. If you're a local artist and would like to help create the official Gasquatch, we'd love to hear from you, please reach out!

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08/06/2026

Huge congratulations to our friends Middle Fork Inc. / Logistics on the grand opening of their beautiful new truck and trailer maintenance facility!

Every gallon of LNG that makes its way to Fairbanks is made possible by the hardworking men and women who keep those trucks rolling. Their dedication, professionalism, and countless miles along one of the most challenging highways in Alaska, the Dalton Highway, helps ensure our community has a reliable supply of natural gas year-round.

We'd also like to thank the Fairbanks Chamber for helping celebrate this exciting milestone with today's ribbon-cutting ceremony. It's always great to see our local business community come together to celebrate growth and investment in Interior Alaska.

Congratulations again to the entire Middle Fork team! We're proud to have you as a valued partner and wish you continued success.

08/04/2026

Wow! We were blown away by the amount of names and all of the creativity.

A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to submit a name for our gas meter mascot!

We've compiled all of the entries, and our team is now making the incredibly difficult decision of choosing a winner.

We'll announce the winning name, and our backpack giveaway winner this Friday!

Good luck to everyone, and thanks again for making this so much fun!

08/02/2026

TVSF Day 3! 🎉

We've had a busy start to Sunday talking with people about natural gas, including:
• Current rates and potential savings
• Service availability
• The process of connecting to natural gas

Wondering if natural gas is available at your home?

Stop by our booth! We'd be happy to check your address on our service map, answer your questions, and help you explore your options.

Whether you're interested in switching to natural gas or simply want to learn more, we're here to help.

We look forward to seeing you!

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08/01/2026

TVSF Day 2! 🎉

We're back at the fair today!

Whether you're already an IGU customer or just curious about natural gas, stop by our booth and say hello.

We'd be happy to answer your questions about:
• Converting to natural gas
• Current rates and potential savings
• Expansion plans
• The connection process
• Or anything else you want to know about natural gas service.

We'll be here all day. Come see us!