Propane - Making the Smart Choice

There may be several reasons why homeowners may elect to use propane, and each is as good as the next - propane is a clean, reliable and safe source of energy (plus, it is nontoxic). Its value has become especially pronounced with the rising costs of traditional utility fuel sources. Plus, propane is simply indispensable when traditional gas service is not available, such as in remote areas, or areas pending development.

The Fluctuating Cost of Energy

It is no secret that over recent years, practically all forms of fuel have seen increases in price, some very dramatic and most constant. Granted, propane is produced from natural gas and crude oil, and its prices are naturally linked to the two. Overall, however, it can represent an intrinsic value that saves the homeowner in the long run, all the while reducing energy costs.

Environmentally Friendly

As a fuel, propane is cleaner than most other options, and thus better for the environment. It is so much so that some experts cite it above all other fuels for heating, cooking, furnaces and the like. The Clean Air Act Amendment, circa 1990, cited propane specifically for this characteristic.

Think Smart, Think Propane

There are also sources that cite the efficiency of propane in other ways: propane gas furnaces can last an average of 20 years, while electric heats pumps last an average of 14 years. It also costs less to repair a propane gas furnace than an electric heat pump. Please contact B&J Welding Supply to discuss propane's many virtues and the cost savings possible in almost any type of application. You'll be glad you did.