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Propane and butane have a good amount in common as heating fuels that end in ‘ane.’ They are both forms of liquified petroleum gas or LPG gas, a category of light hydrocarbon gas. They can both be used commercially or residentially. We’ll walk you through the differences between propane vs. butane and explain the best uses of…
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Supply chain issues and product shortages are being felt across the board, and the propane/fuel industry is no exception. Diesel prices are at record highs, prompting many to make the switch to the more affordable propane. Speculation on propane price predictions abounds for good reason. Paraco has always been and always will be committed to…
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Who doesn’t love a great barbecue? Usually, savory food is served up without a glitch. But grill grease fire accidents can and do happen. Here’s what to do, and not do, in the event you find yourself facing a grease fire in your gas grill. DO … First and foremost, always be prepared. Have your…
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Converting to clean, green propane makes sense for many reasons – especially if you’re still using an oil-fired furnace. Here are four key benefits of switching to propane heating from heating oil. Cost Savings Older oil furnaces bleed money. Only 60 cents of every one of your dollars spent goes to producing heat for your…
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Any time you can stretch a little more use out of something is a win. You can make soil from composted table scraps and use coffee grounds as a skin scrub. And luckily, the fuel industry has found a way to make propane from sustainable sources in addition to traditional fossil fuels. Solar power and…
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Propane grills are popularly known for turning evenings into fun and easy cookouts. But did you know that you can transform your yard into the envy of your neighborhood with liquid propane? Yes, easily accessible and cost-efficient accessories like propane outdoor kitchens, hearths, fire pits, heaters, decorative outdoor lighting fixtures, and other amenities are easy…
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A little more than fourteen years ago, Europe banned the use of non-condensing boilers in existing homes and new construction. You can still buy older, non-condensing boilers in the US, which top out at about 85 percent efficiency, with many falling into the mid-70 percent range (condensing boilers’ efficiency ranges are 90 to 95 percent).…
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It can be challenging to determine which one is the better option in the debate between propane vs. charcoal. When it comes to your health and the planet’s health, however, propane is the clear winner. It all boils down to carcinogens that end up in your food and the fact that charcoal tends to be…
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Ah, spring is in the air…finally, the winter chill has thawed, and we’re ready to spend time outside grilling, hopping in the pool, and sitting in the sun with a good book. (Or your iPhone. We don’t judge.) But if you don’t have your propane safety down, you could run into problems that cramp your…
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