UGI Utilities, Inc. announced today that it will begin a natural gas main replacement project in Easton on Tuesday, October 14. The system upgrades, part of UGI’s commitment to provide safe and reliable service, will take place on William Penn Highway from Indiana Street to South Nulton Avenue. The work also presents an opportunity for some homes and businesses along the project route to convert to natural gas.
Construction is scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Drivers may experience lane restrictions during this period. There will be some interruptions to natural gas service that will require UGI to have access to properties to inspect and relight equipment. Installation of the new natural gas main and temporary restoration of the area are expected to be completed by late December, with final paving to occur at a later date.
UGI encourages anyone interested in converting to natural gas to contact the company at 800-276-2722 or gasconversion@ugi.com. This project underscores UGI's ongoing efforts to maintain and upgrade its infrastructure to ensure safe and reliable natural gas service for its customers. UGI Utilities, Inc. serves more than 760,000 customers and provides additional information at www.ugi.com.
The replacement of aging natural gas mains is critical for reducing the risk of leaks and improving system efficiency. By investing in these upgrades, UGI is proactively addressing potential safety hazards while also enabling broader access to natural gas, which is often a more cost-effective and cleaner-burning energy source compared to oil or propane. For residents and businesses along the project route, this could mean lower energy bills and a reduced environmental footprint.
While the construction may cause temporary inconveniences such as lane restrictions and service interruptions, the long-term benefits include enhanced reliability and safety. UGI has stated that it will work to minimize disruptions and will provide necessary access to properties for inspection and relighting of equipment. The company’s commitment to completing the main installation and temporary restoration by late December suggests that the most impactful phase of the project will be concluded before the end of the year, with final paving scheduled for a later date to allow for settling.
This initiative is part of a broader trend among utility companies to modernize aging infrastructure. As natural gas continues to play a key role in the energy mix, such upgrades are essential for maintaining public safety and meeting regulatory standards. For Easton residents, this project not only promises improved service but also an opportunity to switch to natural gas if they have not already done so. UGI’s outreach to encourage conversions highlights the dual benefit of infrastructure upgrades: enhancing system integrity while expanding customer access to a preferred energy source.
