Pennsylvania Philadelphia Gas Works Natural Gas Supplier Bond
Overview
Natural gas customers in Philadelphia who are required to post a security deposit with Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) have a smarter option: a surety bond. Instead of tying up hundreds of dollars in a cash deposit, you post this bond and keep your money working for you. PGW accepts this bond as a financial guarantee that your account obligations will be met. It is the direct, cost-effective alternative to a cash deposit requirement.
Who Needs This Bond?
You have been told by Philadelphia Gas Works that you must post a security deposit before your natural gas service will be started or restored. This bond is for PGW residential and commercial customers who would rather pay a bond premium than lock away a full cash deposit. It is commonly triggered by a credit review, a lapse in service, or a history of late payments on a PGW account. If PGW is requiring a deposit from you, this bond is your alternative.
What is this Bond For?
This bond guarantees that you, as the PGW customer, will pay your natural gas bills as required under your service agreement. Philadelphia Gas Works is the protected party — if you default on your account, PGW can make a claim against the bond to recover what you owe. The bond does not pay your bills for you; it ensures PGW has financial recourse if your account goes unpaid. It functions as a substitute for the cash security deposit PGW would otherwise hold.
When is it Required?
Before PGW will activate or restore your natural gas service, this bond must already be in place. You cannot wait until after service starts to satisfy the deposit requirement — PGW will not turn on gas until the obligation is met. If you are restoring service after a shutoff, the bond must be submitted as part of the reinstatement process. Have this bond ready before you contact PGW to schedule service activation.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies specifically to customers of Philadelphia Gas Works, the municipally owned natural gas utility serving the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a local requirement tied to your PGW account, not a statewide license or contractor credential. If you are a PGW customer — residential or commercial — this is the bond that satisfies your deposit obligation.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' to open the secure surety portal in a new tab. Complete your application, and your bond documents will be issued quickly so you can deliver them to Philadelphia Gas Works without delay. The process is fully online — no agent callbacks, no office visits, no waiting.
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