Wilson, NC

Apply for Natural Gas Service

To have natural gas service installed at your home or business, you must complete a Natural Gas Service Application and pay a $50 tap fee at the time of submission.

 How to Create an Account in the City of Wilson Application Portal?

How to Create an Online Gas Tap Permit?

How to Check the Status of a Gas Tap Permit?

What's Included with New Service

Once your application and fee are submitted, Wilson Energy will:

• Install up to 100 feet of natural gas service line from the main to your building

• Provide a natural gas meter and pressure regulator

• Determine the meter location, typically on the non-driveway side of the building

To qualify for this installation, the property must include or plan to install a natural gas water heater or natural gas building heater.

Cost of Connecting to Natural Gas

For detailed pricing on natural gas service, refer to the City’s Schedule of Fees. You'll find a breakdown of Natural Gas Tap Fees starting on page 20.

Installation Process

1. Submit Application & Pay $50 Tap Fee

   • Application must be complete

   • Tap fee must be paid before installation work begins

2. Site Visit & Planning

   • A Wilson Energy technician will visit your property

   • You'll review and agree on the service and meter location

3. Utility Locating (NC811)

   • Wilson Energy will contact NC811 to mark all underground public utilities along the planned service route

   • This process takes a minimum of three (3) working days

Cost of Connecting to Natural Gas

For detailed pricing on natural gas service, refer to the City’s Schedule of Fees. You'll find a breakdown of Natural Gas Tap Fees starting on page 20.

Important Notes

• The City of Wilson must approve all meter locations

• Installation is provided at no additional cost when conditions are met

• Additional charges may apply if more than 100 feet of service line is needed or if specialized site conditions exist