Author Archives: Texas Propane

Important Propane Tank Nameplate Information

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Texas Propane

A manufacturer’s nameplate is the one thing that identifies a propane tank as unique. It also provides all pertinent information about that particular tank. The nameplate serves several purposes, the main one being to identify the tank as a propane … Continue reading →

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Is There a Shortage of Propane?

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Texas Propane

According to the ICF International’s release of its “2013 Propane Market Outlook”, the conditions of the propane industry were looking pretty decent, as new applications were going to create more opportunities, prices were dropping comparably to diesel and gasoline, and … Continue reading →

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Keeping Your Propane Tank from Freezing this Winter

Posted on November 21, 2016 by Texas Propane

If you are one of the many who use propane at home, on the farm or in your work environment, you probably already know some of the reasons that make it such a valuable fuel. Propane is safe with a … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare for Floods with Propane

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Texas Propane

While propane tanks and floods generally don’t mix well, proper preparation can minimize the impact a flood has on an LP Gas installation. Floating tanks are typically associated with buried container installations and heavy rains but outright flooding can result … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare for Severe Storms with Propane

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Texas Propane

Mother nature deals some of her harshest blows through hurricanes and tornadoes. While these types of severe weather events can be planned for well in advance and can be anticipated if predicted by weather forecasters, the reality is that severe … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare for Wildfires with Propane

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Texas Propane

Wildfires are out of control grass fires that make the news almost daily in different parts of the U.S. These fires are fueled by dry weather conditions, drought and other environmental factors that threaten homes and businesses in their path. … Continue reading →

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Propane, Emergencies and Natural Disasters

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Texas Propane

Emergencies in the propane industry are all relative to what is actually occurring or forecast to occur. This is also true for propane consumers and is dependent upon any number circumstances. This article will list and discuss a few of … Continue reading →

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Propane Delivery Questions – Common Questions About Bulk LP Gas Delivery

Posted on September 5, 2016 by Texas Propane

While propane delivery seems simple, propane customers sometimes have questions surrounding the delivery process. These questions are commonly asked of propane dealers and have common explanations involving laws, LP Gas requirements and physics.

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Using Propane for the First Time

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Texas Propane

There’s a first time for everything and many people buy or rent a home that has a big propane tank in the backyard and they have no idea what to do. Truthfully, it is almost exactly like natural gas or … Continue reading →

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Above Average Propane Usage is Not Necessarily a Leak

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Texas Propane

Texas propane companies hear this more often from residential consumers during periods of cold weather. It is more common for propane marketers in the southern states to get these calls than northern marketers because the weather and climate is so … Continue reading →

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