New York Propane: Some Facts & Helpful Information

By Cath Buhr


If you've always thought of propane as something people out in the country use, you might be surprised to learn that propane is used in as many as 4.2 million households in the state of New York. Propane is not just for rural areas, many propane customers live in places such as Long Island and other suburban areas. Switching from natural gas or another fuel source to New York propane is easy and there are quite a few reasons to consider using propane.

It might surprise you to learn that New York propane is actually a very clean fuel. While coal and other fuels are listed as greenhouse gases, and even natural gas can be harmful to the environment if it leaks, propane is clean and green. When you switch to New York propane, you will be helping the environment, which is always a good idea. For some people, this will be one of the main reasons why they decide to use propane, as they truly appreciated the environmental factor.

Of course, the environmental concerns are not the only good reason to use propane. If you wish to be a bit less dependent on the power grid, propane is a great option. In addition to your heater, stove and water heater, your washer and dryer, refrigerator, freezer and even your TV can be propane-powered if you like. It also is important to note that if you pre-buy propane in bulk, when prices are low, this can be one of your most affordable fuel sources. It is best to buy or refill your tank in the hottest months of the year, if possible, as prices usually are very affordable at this time.

One of the initial things that one must do when moving from their old source of fuel to New York propane is think about propane tanks. First, contact a propane delivery service and have them come out and check out your yard to determine where a tank will fit and what size might be right for you. Additionally, this is a good time to ask about New York propane prices and how often you will need to refill the tank.

There are many different size options for your propane tank and there is really something to suit anyone. If you have a large yard and wish to store a great deal of propane, you might consider a 1,000-gallon option, although these are quite large at 16-feet in length. 500-gallon and 320-gallon New York propane tanks are six feet shorter, which can be a more convenient option. If you want a smaller tank, the 250-gallon option is slightly larger than 7 feet in length, and this can be a great idea in a suburban yard.

Yard size is certainly one consideration for your New York propane tank, but the tank also must be placed in an area that is easy to access for your propane delivery service. It is also wise to consider your overall yearly propane usage. If you live in a small dwelling with just two residents, a smaller tank is probably fine. A family or four or more in a larger home necessarily will use more propane. The number of propane-powered appliances also will come into play as you decide which tank size to buy or lease.




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