Making Your Choice
As a natural gas customer, you have two basic choices. You can choose to switch to another supplier. Or you can choose not to switch. This chart explains what steps to take, and what happens with each choice.
Plus, for your convenience, the Michigan Public Service Commission offers these publications:
"What Customers Should Know About Switching to an Alternative Gas Supplier"
"Consumer Alert: Making an Informed Choice"
You can switch once every 12 months of the program year (April-March) for free. You pay $10 for each additional switch. Be sure to check any contract you sign with a supplier to see if there is a penalty for early termination.
If you return to buying natural gas from Consumers Energy, you must continue buying from us for at least 12 months. Our rate can vary from month-to-month, and is regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission.