Month: July 2021

If you’re an Irish Propane customer, you probably already know that propane is one of the most versatile and clean-burning fuels around, capable of powering just about any appliance or vehicle for your home or business – and almost always more effectively than electricity.

But what else do you know about this incredible gas?

Here are some interesting facts about propane – to learn even more, check out this video.

• Propane is one of the lightest hydrocarbons in existence, which makes it one of the cleanest burning of all fossil fuels.
• In its natural form, propane is nontoxic, colorless, and odorless; an odorant (which smells like rotten eggs) is added to make leaks easy to detect.
• Propane is 270 times more compact as a liquid than as a gas – which is why it is stored and transported as a liquid.
• Most domestic propane is a byproduct of natural gas processing; in fact, current U.S. propane supplies are abundant due in large part to an overall increase in natural gas production. Some propane is also produced from the crude oil refinement process. In combination with butane, propane accounts for between one and four percent of processed crude oil.
• About 90 percent of our domestic propane supply is produced right here at home. About three-quarters of the remaining domestic propane supply comes from Canada or Mexico.
• Propane is the only alternative fuel listed in the 1990 amendments to the Clean Air Act and the National Energy Policy Act of 1992; neither the process by which propane is produced nor the combustion of propane gas produces significant acid rain contaminants.
• Propane gas does not spill, pool, or leave a residue; this makes it harmless to soil or groundwater in the event of a leak.
• Propane furnaces and water heaters can reach efficiencies that exceed 95 percent. Propane clothes dryers dry more quickly while creating less static than electric units, saving you time and money and reducing wear and tear on your wardrobe. Propane cooking ranges offer precision temperature control – a key reasons why nearly 95 percent of professional chefs choose to cook with gas. Propane stoves also cost less to operate than their electric counterparts.

Propane – a high performance fuel for your home or business! Thinking about making the switch? Contact Irish Propane today to learn more about propane delivery in Rochester and Buffalo, NY.

If you’re a new propane customer – or plan to become one soon – one of the most important choices you’ll have to make is whether to buy or lease/rent your propane tank from your supplier.

We’ll save you some time and cut to the chase on this one: For most homeowners, leasing is the better option.

While buying your own propane tank may give you some flexibility in choosing a propane supplier, leasing provides several significant advantages for you in both the short and long run.

When you lease a propane tank, you get these two big benefits:

• Lifetime maintenance. Propane tanks require ongoing maintenance and inspections from a certified professional to keep them in compliance with all local, regional, and federal safety laws and codes. When you lease your propane tank, your supplier generally absorbs those costs and takes care of any maintenance required to keep your tank running safely.
• Most costs are included. The purchase cost of a 500-gallon tank can be several thousand dollars – and that doesn’t include installation, connection to your appliances, or excavation and concrete pouring (if needed). When you lease, on the other hand, your supplier will cover most of those expenses. As we mention above, you’ll also need to pay for replacement parts if you need them for repairs, professional service to keep your tank compliant. When you lease a tank, most of those expenses are covered by your supplier.

The Bottom Line: Leasing Is the Smart Choice

If you lease a tank from Irish Propane, we are responsible for all its routine maintenance and will take on the up-front costs on your tank. You’ll get FREE tank inspections and repairs, FREE upsizing if your propane needs change, and FREE maintenance. All you have to do is pay your monthly bill and enjoy your propane-powered home.

Leasing your propane tank is almost always the smart choice for our customers – which is why most people choose leasing when they become Irish Propane customers. Our technicians will help you get your propane tank up and running quickly, safely, and correctly – always in compliance with applicable laws and codes. No headaches, no hassles, no added expenses.

Time for a new propane tank – or a new propane supplier? We’re here for you! Contact Irish Propane today to learn more about our hassle-free propane tank leasing options!