Propane Fuel & Services
The perfect fuel for anything and anytime!
Propane is the multi-use home fuel source because it not only powers your heat and hot water, but cooking stoves, fireplaces, pools and much more. Perhaps most importantly, it comes directly from|
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There are several unique benefits to using propane. Almost 90% of the propane used in the United States is produced right here - domestically. Therefore, reliability is very high with minimal dependence on foreign suppliers. Propane is also the most universal of residential fuels, having the ability to power a wide range of appliances from a single fuel source. Additionally, propane is eco-friendly; as a burned fuel, it meets all clean air energy standards put forth by the Environmental Protection Agency.
This is why propane is the most versatile fuel type available for homeowners:
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This is why many homeowners are choosing propane as their single energy source:
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WHY USE PROPANE?
There are many reasons to choose propane - instead of Oilheat or electricity!COMPARE PROPANE TO HEATING OIL
The average 15-year-old oil boiler operates at only 56% AFUE. In addition, many Oilheat systems are oversized by as much as 30-50%! Aging and oversized equipment, limited efficiency combined with the rising cost of fuel oil make now the perfect time to switch to clean, efficient propane.
Propane Is More Eco-Friendly than Oilheat
A comparable propane heating system has 32% less CO2 emissions over its lifetime vs. fuel oil.
Propane Means More Living Space
Switching to propane lets you reclaim your basement with equipment that takes up a fraction of the space while also eliminating the hazard of aging oil tanks.
Propane Is More Economical than Oilheat
With propane home heating, prices average $0.30-0.50 per gallon less than oil, the savings add up quickly. An oil-to-propane conversion has an immediate payback, according to the Propane Education and Research Council.
Click here to read a comparative analysis of propane and oil residential heating systems from the Propane Education and Research Council.
COMPARE PROPANE TO ELECTRICITY
Propane Is VersatileWhether you're using it to heat your home, your pool, your fireplace or your gas grill, there's nothing quite like propane gas.
If you are using electricity to heat your home, consider propane! Heating a home with propane over the last few years has cost significantly less than heating with electricity, according to the U.S. Department of Energy - and in most cases, about half as much, on average. And, if you are using electricity to heat your domestic water, consider this: Over time, propane water heaters can cost one-third less to operate and recover water twice as quickly as electric water heaters.
Propane Is Warmer than Electric Heat
When it comes to satisfying warmth, propane is hot! A propane gas furnace heats air to about 130* to 140*F and operates in short intervals to minimize operating costs. An electric heat pump produces heat below body temperature, so the air actually feels cool when placing your hand in front of a vent.
Propane Furnaces Last Longer than Electric Heat Pumps
On average, propane furnaces last 5 to 10 years longer than electric heat pumps.
Propane Is More Reliable than Electricity
Propane goes where the power grid can't - which makes it great for rural living. Propane can be stored safely in a tank on your property, while electricity is subject to power outages.
Propane Costs Are Easier to Understand than Electric Costs
Electricity is measured in "kilowatt hours" - do you really know what that means? Propane is measured in gallons - a measurement we can all understand. Plus, propane bills don't include all kinds of taxes and hidden costs you find on an electric bill.
Propane Means Warm, Friendly Service - Unlike Electricity
Plainville Oil offers around-the-clock emergency service with our own certified technicians, who receive regular training on the latest equipment and safety applications. Unlike the electric utility, we will never treat you like a number.
Propane Appliances Are Just Better...
- A propane stove provides instant heat and precise control you just can't get with an electric stove.
- Clothes drying with propane is gentler on fabrics than electricity.
- A vent-free or direct-vent propane fireplace can be installed in any room and units operate without electricity - making it perfect in times of power outages.
- A propane-fired emergency generator lets you ride out any storm. And in our part of Connecticut, we know how badly storms can knock out power!
One Downside to Propane ...
Is how well it produces heat in comparison to heating oil. Although propane prices are lower in recent years than Oilheat prices, it takes 1.3 gallons of propane to produce the same amount of heat (in BTUs) as one gallon of heating oil.
Consider Propane for a Variety of Uses
Consider propane when you are deciding on new appliances, additional uses, or a conversion to new equipment. Many customers think about electricity first, particularly when it comes to appliances; however, propane can improve the quality of certain appliances, like cooking stoves. With clean, even heat, many cooks prefer propane.
A propane fireplace insert can provide the ambience and heat of a wood fire without the labor and effort required to maintain a conventional fireplace.
If you have a separate hot water heater fired by electricity, you may want to consider propane. A conversion to propane hot water can save you up to one-third of your energy costs to produce hot water.
Space heating is another great reason to consider propane. Propane space heaters can be installed and operated quickly, which means you solve your comfort objectives easily and efficiently.
These are just some of the ways that propane can help you improve the comfort, efficiency and quality of your home. Above all, think of propane if you are adding or replacing appliances or adding any heating system devices. Contact us to discuss how using propane can benefit you!
For the best in full-service propane in Plainville, Avon, Berlin, Bristol, Burlington, Canton, Cheshire, Farmington, Kensington, New Britain, Simsbury, Southington and the surrounding area, please call Plainville Oil today!
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