At County Propane, we regularly receive questions from customers and those considering propane regarding the benefits, myths and general usage.
In this edition of our blog, our County Propane team answer 5 commonly asked questions – noting if the question is a myth or the truth when it comes to propane solutions.
Propane Costs Less Than Electric: FACT
On average propane costs less than electricity. While costs can fluctuate throughout the year (click here for more insights on this), many propane users enjoy moderate to significant savings depending upon what propane powers within their home. See below for a chart that highlights average costs.
Here is a great way to calculate your location price when you convert your current electricity bill with the equivalent in propane:
- Take the total monthlycost of an electric bill and divide by the total kilowatt hours used (also noted at the top of your bill).
- Multiply that price per kilowatt hour by 27
You now have the electricity price per equivalent unity of propane so you can compare with propane solutions providers.
It is better to lease a tank or own it: FACT
To ensure continual safety and performance of your tank and system there are regular inspections and maintenance that is required. When you lease a tank the propane provider covers the lion-share of these investments, which can be quite substantial. Click here to see more specific comparisons between company-owned (leased) and privately-owned.
Propane isn’t environmentally friendly: FICTION
Propane is an approved clean fuel, listed in the 1990 Clean Air Act. In fact, propane produced 43% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than electricity. Because it vaporizes when exposed to air, propane does not harm soil and has little effect on the ozone.
Propane appliances perform the same as electric appliances: FICTION
According to Propane.com , 96% of professional chefs prefer cooking with gas. The reason? You are guaranteed more even, controlled heat for cooking and greater efficiency. The same is true for water heating, clothes drying, and fireplaces. All perform better with gas.
Propane is only for powering appliances within the home: FICTION
Propane can not only power your heat, water and appliances within your home it can also power your outdoor living space. From a pool heater so you can enjoy a longer season to outdoor heaters, cooking, firepits and more – if you have propane it allows you to enjoy the outdoors well beyond the summer months. Click here for more details and to learn about upcoming savings you can enjoy when you incorporate propane to your outdoor living.
Be sure to contact the Propane Solutions Experts at County Propane with your questions and to learn how we can help you power your home more effectively with propane.