Propane is a by-product of natural gas processing and crude oil refining. Though you might be familiar with propane being used for an outdoor grill, you might not know about using it for home heating and other appliances. The following will explore some of the benefits of this unique fuel source.

5 Advantages of Utilizing Propane at Home

1. Safe for the Environment

Propane burns cleaner than other fossil fuels, producing minimal emissions. Propane is non-toxic and does not contaminate groundwater, soil, or air while in its gas form or while burning. The 1990 Clean Air Act as well as the Energy Policy Act of 1992 both listed propane as a clean fuel.

2. Affordable & Efficient

Because propane provides more British Thermal Units (or BTUs, a measurement of heat output) than natural gas or electricity, it's a more efficient and affordable way to heat your home. According to a 2017 report, energy costs of propane heating were 49% to 67% lower than heating with oil and 156% to 204% less than heating with electricity. Also, propane burning appliances are affordably priced, with some states even offering rebates for the installation of propane-fueled devices.

3. Versatile

While some people only use propane for their outdoor grills, propane is quite versatile and can be used for water heating, cooking, clothes drying, fireplaces, and other home heating devices. Most appliances that run on natural gas or electricity could be converted to propane.

4. Easy to Store

Propane is compressed into a liquid and sold in canisters or delivered in a truck. It can be stored in your yard in a tank that’s above or below ground. You can schedule residential propane delivery with a service that will typically only need to refill your tank a few times a year, depending on its size and your use.

5. Available in Emergencies

When your electricity is out in an emergency, your propane-run appliances will still work. This is especially important in colder areas where you need reliable heat for your home.

 

If you are looking for a propane delivery service, contact Best Oil and Propane. For more than 80 years, they have been serving residents and businesses in Waterbury and Wolcott, CT, and surrounding communities. In addition to propane delivery, this family-owned company offers HVAC maintenance and repairs, oil burner services, and diesel fuel deliveries. Call (203) 574-4050 with questions or to request a delivery, or visit their website to learn more about their offerings.