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I've fully electrified! How do I cap or remove my gas meter?

Congrats on quitting carbon! There's nothing more satisfying than completing your home electrification and being free of polluting fossil gas forever. Here's how to have your meter removed.

 Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E):

    • Contact PG&E at 1-800-743-5000 to stop gas service and request the removal of the gas meter - or follow the guidelines in the image below.
    • PG&E aims to complete your request within four days of notice, ensuring a swift transition to an all-electric home.

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E):

    • To stop gas service and initiate gas meter removal, call SDG&E at 877-789-9866.
    • Alternatively, you can stop service online through the SDG&E Stop Service portal, streamlining the process for convenience.

Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas):

    • Residents planning to abandon existing gas service or meter set assemblies should contact SoCalGas promptly.
    • Call SoCalGas at 1-800-427-2200 to request gas service termination and meter removal.
    • For added convenience, you can also visit the SoCalGas Stop Service webpage for more information on the process.

If your gas provider is not listed above, you may reach out to them directly for guidance on removing your gas meter, or contact QuitCarbon for assistance

What happens if my utility proposes charging me a fee for removing the gas meter?

There should be no fee to remove the gas meter in most circumstances. If your utility proposes charging you a fee, contact QuitCarbon for assistance.

For most California residents, when you've disconnected your gas service, please reach out to QuitCarbon for assistance applying for the generous California Energy Smart Homes rebate.

Let's celebrate!

Kudos on achieving this milestone and making a positive impact in the fight against climate change. Your commitment to home improvement projects has undoubtedly made a positive impact on your life, your family's life, and the world around you. 

Please let your friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues know about QuitCarbon. We'd love to help them, too!

Invite your friends and neighbors to an electric home party - get a $150 gift card to fund your event. Let QuitCarbon know when you are having your party so we can mail you some flyers.

Still need some help electrifying your home? QuitCarbon provides no-cost ENERGY STAR® certified guidance along with vetted local contractors to upgrade your home with heat pumps, induction cooking, EV chargers, solar, batteries, and more. Click here to get started.

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