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If you’re a Paraco propane customer (or want to become one), you probably already know about the many uses for propane. But how much do you really know about this clean, green home energy source? Here are ten things you might not know about propane–one of the most powerful and versatile fuels around: Burning propane…
Saving money on a one-time purchase is fantastic. (Anyone who’s experienced the high of pulling out a 20% off Bed, Bath and Beyond Coupon can tell you that.) But consistently saving money is where the real difference can come in. Using propane for your home appliances can drastically lower your energy bill and increase what’s…
You likely know some of the most common uses for propane, like its use for barbecue grills, patio heaters, or home heat. (There are a ton more, of course — it can power all kinds of domestic appliances, from ovens and stoves to clothes dryers and fireplaces to business uses like forklifts and restaurant fuel!)…
Person to Person, Darien, CT One of Paraco’s missions and values is to help those with Basic Needs. Paraco’s donation of patio heaters provided warmth and comfort for the volunteers and staff meeting outside to assist more than 100 families in need of emergency financial assistance and basic necessities during the worst crisis in decades.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…