UGI Utilities to Begin Gas System Upgrades in Sunbury Next Week

UGI Utilities is scheduled to begin system upgrades in Sunbury on Monday, November 10th as part of the company's ongoing commitment to provide safe and reliable service. The gas main replacement project, expected to be completed by the end of December, will impact travel on several key roads including Susquehanna Avenue from Amy Street to Julia Street, Julia Street from Edison Avenue to Cake Walk, and Packer Street from Susquehanna Avenue to 215 Packer Street. Construction operations are planned for Monday through Friday between 7am and 5pm, during which drivers, residents, and business owners should anticipate lane and parking restrictions.

The infrastructure improvements present significant implications for the community's energy infrastructure, offering conversion opportunities for some homes and businesses along the project route to switch to natural gas service. This dual-purpose project not only modernizes aging infrastructure but also expands access to natural gas, potentially lowering energy costs for residents and businesses while improving environmental performance compared to alternative fuel sources. The timing of this work during the fall season positions the community for improved heating reliability ahead of peak winter demand periods.

During construction, residents should prepare for some interruptions to natural gas service as UGI technicians will require access to properties to inspect and relight equipment following system upgrades. The company emphasizes that weather and working conditions may impact the projected completion timeline, with final paving and restoration work scheduled to occur after underground construction is finished. These infrastructure investments reflect UGI's broader strategy to maintain and enhance the reliability of energy delivery systems throughout its service territory. Additional information about UGI Utilities, Inc. is available at https://www.ugi.com.

The project's importance extends beyond immediate service improvements, representing ongoing modernization of critical energy infrastructure that supports both residential comfort and commercial operations in the Sunbury area. By proactively replacing aging gas mains, UGI aims to reduce future service interruptions and maintenance requirements while expanding natural gas availability to additional customers. The coordinated approach to infrastructure upgrades demonstrates how utility companies can simultaneously address system reliability while creating new service opportunities for community members.