Arlington, Virginia Commercial Natural Gas

Arlington Commercial Natural Gas: DC Metro Hub Savings

Arlington—Virginia's most densely populated county and home to the Pentagon—offers significant natural gas savings opportunities for businesses. From federal agencies to defense contractors, from corporate headquarters to commercial development, Arlington's diverse commercial sector can benefit from Virginia's energy choice options.

Understanding how to navigate natural gas procurement helps Arlington businesses reduce operating costs effectively.

How Natural Gas Works in Arlington

Washington Gas Service

Washington Gas, part of AltaGas Ltd., provides natural gas delivery throughout Arlington and the DC metropolitan area:

• Distribution network: Owns and maintains local pipelines
• Meter services: Records all usage
• Emergency response: 24/7 service (703-750-1400)
• Billing: Consolidated delivery and supply

Washington Gas serves the DC metro region including Northern Virginia.

Virginia Energy Choice

The Virginia State Corporation Commission regulates energy choice:

• Licensed competitive suppliers participate
• Consumer protection regulations
• Seamless switching between suppliers
• Washington Gas continues reliable delivery

Service Structure

Component	Provider	Competitive?
Gas delivery	Washington Gas	No—regulated
Gas supply	Washington Gas or supplier	Yes
Meter reading	Washington Gas	No
Billing	Washington Gas	Consolidated

Cost Reduction Strategies for Arlington

1. Compare Natural Gas Suppliers

Arlington businesses have supplier options:

Evaluation Factor	What to Consider
Per-therm rate	Base commodity cost
Rate type	Fixed, variable, or index
Contract term	12-36 months typical
Monthly fees	Additional charges
Exit provisions	Early termination costs

Check Virginia SCC for licensed supplier information.

2. Leverage Volume

Arlington organizations can negotiate based on consumption:

• Under 10,000 therms: Standard commercial rates
• 10,000-50,000 therms: Custom quotes available
• 50,000+ therms: Direct negotiations
• Federal/defense: Contract opportunities

Federal agencies and defense contractors should explore procurement options.

3. Strategic Timing

Natural gas prices fluctuate seasonally. Monitor EIA data:

Favorable periods:

• Late spring and summer
• After mild winters
• High storage levels

Higher cost periods:

• Peak heating season
• Extreme cold events
• Supply constraints

DC metro winters make timing valuable.

4. Regional Aggregation

DC metro businesses benefit from aggregation:

• Multiple Arlington facilities
• Northern Virginia operations
• DC metro regional coordination
• Multi-facility portfolios

Combined volume improves negotiating position.

Industries We Serve in Arlington

Federal Government

Major federal presence:

• The Pentagon - DoD headquarters
• Defense agencies
• Federal office buildings
• Government services

Explore: Government Natural Gas Solutions

Defense Contractors

Major defense industry:

• Defense contractor headquarters
• Consulting firms
• Technology contractors
• Government services companies

Corporate Headquarters

Fortune 500 presence:

• Corporate headquarters
• Association headquarters
• Professional services
• Consulting firms

See: Office Building Natural Gas Solutions

Commercial Real Estate

High-density development:

• Crystal City
• Rosslyn
• Ballston corridor
• Multi-tenant office buildings

Related: Multi-Tenant Natural Gas Solutions

Hospitality

Hotels and meetings:

• Business hotels
• Conference facilities
• Pentagon-adjacent lodging
• Convention support

Explore: Hotel Natural Gas Solutions

Restaurants

Arlington dining scene:

• Diverse cuisines
• Multi-location groups
• Commercial kitchens
• Urban dining

See: Restaurant Natural Gas Solutions

Arlington Market Specifics

Pentagon Location

Defense headquarters:

• DoD headquarters
• Defense-related employment
• Contractor concentration
• Security considerations

Urban Density

High-density commercial:

• Metro-connected development
• High-rise offices
• Mixed-use properties
• Transit-oriented development

Amazon HQ2

Major corporate development:

• Amazon second headquarters
• Tech sector growth
• Commercial expansion
• Economic development

DC Metro Integration

Part of metropolitan area:

• DC metro coordination
• Northern Virginia hub
• Regional business center
• Multi-jurisdictional operations

Compare Virginia Cities

Coordinate across Virginia locations:

• Virginia Beach - Virginia Natural Gas territory
• Norfolk - Virginia Natural Gas territory
• Richmond - Columbia Gas territory
• Alexandria - Washington Gas territory
• Virginia statewide

Understanding Your Arlington Gas Bill

Bill Components

Your Washington Gas bill includes:

1. Delivery Charges (Washington Gas)

• Customer charge (fixed monthly)
• Distribution charge (per therm)
• Infrastructure charges
• Taxes and fees

2. Supply Charges

• Gas commodity cost (per therm)
• From Washington Gas or supplier
• Shopping here creates savings

Rate Schedules

Washington Gas commercial rate schedules:

Schedule	Description
2	Small Commercial
3	Large Commercial
4	Industrial

Delivery charges apply regardless of supplier.

Contract Strategies for Arlington

Fixed Rate Contracts

Beneficial for:

• Federal contractors
• Corporate budgeting
• Commercial real estate
• Winter price protection

Standard terms:

• 12, 24, or 36 months
• Locked per-therm rate
• Early termination fees

Federal contracts may have specific requirements.

Variable/Index Rates

Consider when:

• Flexible budget capacity
• Market monitoring capability
• Shorter-term needs
• Risk tolerance

Arlington considerations:

• Defense contracts need stability
• Corporate budgeting prefers certainty
• DC metro winters create exposure
• High-rise buildings need predictability

Arlington Recommendations

Given Arlington's federal and corporate profile:

• Fixed pricing strongly recommended
• Federal contractors need budget certainty
• Portfolio pricing for multi-building portfolios
• Monitor market for opportunities

Learn more: Understanding Natural Gas Deregulation

Energy Efficiency in Arlington

Washington Gas Programs

Washington Gas offers commercial efficiency programs:

• Equipment rebates
• Custom project incentives
• Energy assessments
• Technical assistance

Visit Washington Gas Business for current offerings.

Virginia State Programs

State energy programs through DMME:

• Commercial incentives
• Industrial programs
• Technical support
• Financing options

Federal Energy Requirements

Government building efficiency:

• Federal energy mandates
• GSA sustainability requirements
• LEED certification
• Energy Star benchmarking

Get Your Free Arlington Analysis

Natural Gas Advisors helps Arlington businesses optimize natural gas costs:

1. Bill Analysis: Review your current Washington Gas bills
2. Supplier Comparison: Compare licensed suppliers
3. Contract Review: Evaluate terms and opportunities
4. Negotiation Support: Secure competitive rates
5. Ongoing Management: Monitor renewals and market

No cost to businesses—suppliers compensate us directly.

Whether you support federal operations, manage defense contracts, operate corporate facilities, or run any Arlington business, Virginia's energy choice offers real savings opportunities.

Arlington is at the heart of national defense. Let us defend your energy budget. Contact Natural Gas Advisors today for your complimentary Northern Virginia energy analysis.