Month: April 2020

From humble beginnings as a Syracuse-based coal company to its current-day status as a modern, diversified, women-led business that spans two states and employs dozens of people, the history of Irish Companies has certainly been a colorful one.

Founded as the R.N. Irish Coal Company, the Irish Companies began to take on their modern form after World War II when founder Ralph Irish’s son Bob took the reins ad began to evolve the company to meet the needs of a changing nation. Working side by side with his wife Marcia, Bob began to explore opportunities in industrial gases and welding supplies, later adding propane delivery to the mix by helping local companies convert their forklifts to the efficient but little-known alternative fuel.

Driven by Bob and Marcia’s passion for hard work, happiness, and family, Irish Companies continued to grow and evolve, diversifying by adding carbonic services to its stable of Buffalo- and Rochester-area offerings. The company later expanded its service area into Ohio.

Today, the Irish Companies bear little resemblance to the company that Ralph Irish started in 1932, except in one important way: then, as now, serving you – our loyal customers – continues to be at the heart of all we do. By putting you first and offering there-whenever-you-need-us service, fair and honest pricing, and convenient services to make life easier for you, we continue to live up to the great example our founders set for us more than 85 years ago.

Family-owned, women-led, customer driven – discover the difference our company can make in your life. Become an Irish Propane or Irish Carbonic customer today.

Please note: At Irish Propane, your safety and comfort are always our priority. Please see our COVID-19 Service Update Page to learn more about how we are working to keep our your family and our crews safe and your propane deliveries in Buffalo and Rochester coming when you need them most.

When most people imagine a carbon-free future, the fuel they probably think of most often is electricity. But there’s an even better way to shrink your personal carbon footprint: switch to propane gas.

Consider choosing propane for these great reasons and more:

• It’s greener – Choose propane rather than electricity for space heating, cooking, clothes drying, and water heating and you could cut your carbon footprint in half. Replace your electric clothes dryer with a propane fueled model, for example, and you could reduce CO emissions by as much as three tons over the course of its useful life, says the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC).
• It’s more efficient to produce – Nearly two-thirds of electricity generated at most power plants is lost between the plant and the consumer, says the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The energy produced by propane gas, on the other hand, is generated on the spot after being transported easily and safely.
• It can be used anywhere – More than 12 million households in rural America depend on propane for heat, power, and appliances. Remote commercial enterprises rely on propane, too: for example, four out of five of U.S. farmers use propane grain dryers to reduce crop loss, improve yield, and preserve margins.
• It’s great in a crisis – Propane is a reliable energy source after hurricanes, wildfires, or other disasters paralyze a community. It’s also the perfect fuel for generators, which can keep your appliances, safety systems, and other equipment working when the grid is down.
• It saves money for those who need it most – According to a study released by the American Gas Association, policies that would force residents to convert their homes to electricity would increase average residential energy costs by as much as $910 per year, forcing lower income Americans to choose between heating their homes and critical necessities like food and medicine.

When it comes to providing high efficiency, eco-friendly energy, few options top propane gas. Contact us today to learn more about propane deliveries in Buffalo or Rochester, NY!

Please note: At Irish Propane, your safety and comfort are always our priority. Please see our Covid-19 Service Update Page to learn more about how we are working to keep our your family and our crews safe and your propane deliveries coming when you need them.

Just because you’re doing your part to flatten the coronavirus curve doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself of delectable dinners for your family and roommates prepared on your propane grill.

Just remember to grill safely.

Each year, thousands of preventable grilling accidents cause everything from minor to severe injuries to backyard chefs across the country; needless to say, you want to avoid these injuries – and the visits to the hospital that come with them – this spring.

Here are nine safety reminders for your spring outdoor propane grilling season.

Outdoor Grilling Safety

1. Always stay near your grill – Unattended grills are the source of more than 46 percent of cooking fire-related civilian injuries, says the National Fire Protection Association – more than any other factor.
2. Keep it clean – Flare-ups from leftover grease can cause severe burns; thoroughly clean your propane grill after every use.
3. Leave space between your grill and your home – Keep your grill at least five to six feet from the house – on a level surface that is clear of potential fire hazards.
4. Do a leak check – Before you light your grill, check it for leaks – especially if you have just changed your propane cylinder.
5. Be prepared for a fire – Keep a fire extinguisher near your grill and make sure everyone knows where it is. Baking soda will also work in a pinch. NEVER try to put out a grease fire with water.
6. Never use an outdoor propane grill in your home – Not only is it a fire hazard, it can also cause a deadly build-up of carbon monoxide inside your home.
7. Keep the lid open until you’re sure the grill is lit – A closed lid can cause an explosive build-up of propane gas.
8. Shut down your gas grill completely when you finish cooking – Turn off both the burner control and the cylinder valve.
9. Correctly store replacement propane cylinders – Keep them outdoors in their vertical position.

Stay safe at home this spring by following propane safety rules inside and outside your Buffalo or Rochester home. If you need a propane delivery for your home or outdoor kitchen, remember that Irish Propane is on the job and ready to bring you the fuel you need. Contact us today to schedule a propane delivery in Rochester or Buffalo, NY.

Please note: At Irish Propane, your safety and comfort are always our priority. Please see our Covid-19 Service Update Page to learn more about how we are working to keep our your family and our crews safe and your propane deliveries coming during this challenging time.