Benefits of Propane

Propane is very efficient, safe, and a reliable source of energy. Virtually anything in your home or building that uses electricity, can run on propane. The cost of using propane as a source of energy is less than its counterpart electricity (or in some cases heating oil). The cost of electricity can be up to or more than twice the cost of propane.

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• Propane vs. Electricity: Propane is affordable. Its efficiency makes it even more affordable. For example, heating water with propane rather than electricity is 30% more efficient, and a dryer using propane will be up to 50% more efficient. 

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• Propane vs. Heating Oil: Fuels can not be compared simply by the cost per liter. Each fuel has a different burning efficiency. Propane burns more efficiently than heating oil as well as being cheaper, which leads to your cost savings. A propane furnace can operate at 95% efficiency, that is a number tough to beat.

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• Propane for your Furnace: The air that is pumped into your home using an electric furnace is below body temperature (98.6 degrees), but a propane fueled furnace can produce air from 130-140 degrees. 

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• Reliability: While the electricity is subject to power outages, propane is still available. Propane can be safely stored on your property in a tank installed and provided by Armstrong. 

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• Versatility: Propane can be used as an energy source for any appliance that would be running on electricity. It has a wide range of applications, at an affordable price.

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• Safety: Propane is a naturally safe energy. Propane won't ignite when mixed with air, unless the temperature is 920-1020 degrees Farenheit. Propane gas is also non-toxic and produces little emissions.

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• Insurance: Insurance companies are getting more strict when it comes to your heating oil tanks. An older tank will disqualify your home from insurance. If that is not the case, there is still a fee for having heating oil. The insurance premium is reduced when you switch to Propane. 

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• Environmental Impact: Propane is the leading source of clean energy. It has a high octane rating meaning it burns efficiently, and it burns cleanly. Propane also does not affect groundwater or soil, making it a safe fuel.

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Propane is an overall more economical and efficient source of energy than electricity or heating oil. The benefits and cost savings are real, and Armstrong can guide you through the process to get you set up to use propane. Choosing Armstrong and choosing Propane has huge benefits that you don't want to miss out on. Make the call, and switch today!

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