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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!)…
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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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If you’re a Paraco customer (or plan to become one), you’re probably already aware of propane’s many benefits and uses. Here are ten fun facts about propane that you might not have known -– until now: 1. The founder of the propane gas industry was a Pennsylvania native named Walter O. Snelling, who was the…
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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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There are many good reasons to use propane buses — especially right now. Not only are propane vehicles environmentally cleaner, but traditional buses run on diesel, the price of which is at historic highs. As of this writing, diesel prices are over two dollars more expensive per gallon than at the same time last year…
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Some of our customers asked us why we need to do a leak check when their propane container runs out. Safety regulations require our qualified technicians to perform a leak check before relighting your appliances after the filling of your container. Here’s why this is necessary. When there is propane in your container, there is…
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On this March 26th, we’re excited to celebrate and congratulate Donald Hutton on his 15th milestone anniversary as part of our Paraco family! Donald, who is part of our Mount Vernon, NY facility as Dock/Yard Employee, reports to Frank Carlone, Area Manager; supporting the facility and service operations in many ways and in all weather…
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Today, March 19th is Marcus Muelthaler’s 15th milestone anniversary in our Paraco family. Part of the Shirley, New York team, Marcus is a Dock/Yard Employee reporting to Jimmy Leach, Long Island Service Director. Marcus supports the facility in many ways and in all weather conditions be it warm, cold, stormy, sunny or snowing. With dedication…
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On any given day, there are thousands of homeowners who suddenly find themselves without power. A backup generator can save you a lot of stress and frustration if you find yourself or your family without power for even a short amount of time especially during severe weather. However, not all generators are created equal and…
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