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Amid battles over natural gas pipelines, why not look to propane?

September 26, 2019

Regarding the Sept. 18 lohud.com news story “New York’s battle over natural-gas pipelines: Why it may impact your bill and the climate” While state regulators contemplate natural-gas pipelines and greenhouse-gas emissions, and businesses are concerned about supply, this may be an opportunity to explore options beyond the status quo. Propane is an efficient substitute for…

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Leak Checks and Safety Surveys

August 29, 2019

Leak Checks and Safety Surveys Conducting residential or commercial safety inspections are critical for propane professionals and essential for keeping customers comfortable and safe. Paraco, keeping safety front and center, holds a core set of safety principals which guide all our employees to ensure we operate with the highest safety standards and integrity. Frequently asked…

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Safety Starts at Paraco!

March 24, 2019

Safety Starts at Paraco!   As the winter heating season draws to a close, we can all start looking forward to warmer, sunny weather and all the activities and enjoyment the upcoming months bring with it. Depending on your hobbies, lifestyle and current (or possibly) future propane-fueled appliances, it is also the time to plan…

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Celebrating Gerry Lussier, Essex CT Service Tech

February 5, 2019

Happy 15th MILESTONE Anniversary, Gerry!  With a heartfelt thank you for all these years of great service and dedication, please know how very happy we are to have you in our family. An anonymous yet wise person once wrote, “a successful man continues to look for work after he has found a job”.  This could…

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Fireplace Maintenance Tips & Safety You Don’t Want to Ignore

December 4, 2018

Fireplace Maintenance Tips & Safety You Don’t Want to Ignore   Your gas-burning fireplace is a real convenience and, compared to wood burning, has a low maintenance factor. Like any other appliance, to keep it running safely and efficiently, we highly recommend it be serviced yearly. Several potential problems can occur with any type of…

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Connecticut Department of Revenue Services Determines GRT Applicable to Mixed-Use Propane Tanks

March 19, 2018

In Connecticut, propane sold for use to fuel a home electric generator is subject to the state’s gross receipts tax. But what about mixed-use tanks that supply both an electric generator and other appliances, such as a furnace for home heating? The state’s Department of Revenue Services has issued a ruling that in such mixed-use…

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Own a Propane-Powered Vacation Home in a High Snowfall Area? Follow These Tips in Case of Emergency

March 12, 2018

Own a Propane-Powered Vacation Home in a High Snowfall Area? Follow These Tips in Case of Emergency   If you own a propane-powered vacation or second home in an area that experiences heavy snowfall, you’ll need to have a plan in place in the event that a winter storm bears down on the area when…

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10 Cold Weather Propane Safety Tips

March 12, 2018

10 Cold Weather Propane Safety Tips   It’s always a good time to talk about cold weather propane safety. Here are 10 propane safety tips for the wintry weather ahead: Know how and where to shut off the outdoor propane supply and indoor propane appliances. If you’re not sure, contact us. Make sure your family…

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The Size of Your Propane Tank Matters

March 12, 2018

Propane Tanks 100 Gallon, 325-500 Gallon, 1000 Gallon As you know, propane can fuel many different appliances and other home comfort equipment from a single source: your propane tank. Paraco offers a full range of quality propane tanks to power all your home propane systems. Our tank sizes range from 100-gallons to more than 1,000 gallons.…

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