Tips for Propane Cylinder Filling

Many of our customers refill their propane cylinders using propane refueling stations. These cylinders are often the 20 pound bottles for gas grills or industrial cylinder filling. There are different types and sizes of cylinders, so the filling process is not always the same as requirements vary by cylinder. Therefore, we have put together a few tips for propane cylinder filling.

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Propane Safety During a Power Outage

propane safety during a power outage


Whether it’s a hurricane, thunderstorm, windstorm or hailstorm, there’s numerous reasons why you might suffer a power outage. If your home uses propane, there are few simple precautions you can take to keep your family safe. Therefore, we he have put together some information on propane safety during a power outage.

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Tips on How to Setup an Outdoor Kitchen Using Propane

tips on how to setup an outdoor kitchen using propane

Kitchens offer great spaces to make meals and memories. This room is one of the most important parts of a house, as it brings family closer together. Outdoor kitchens have become increasingly popular in recent years. Not only do outdoor kitchens offer plenty of health benefits, owning an outdoor kitchen adds considerable charm and beauty to any home. We have put together a few tips on how to setup an outdoor kitchen using propane.

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Propane Patio Heaters During the Winter

Propane Patio Heaters - Outdoor Propane Heaters

Propane patio heaters offer instant heat and ambiance to your patio. They also bring a world of atmosphere to outdoor living spaces. Patio heaters extend the outdoor season by generating a warm blanket of heat so you can enjoy your outdoor area long into the winter season. Available in a variety of sizes, styles and fuel types, propane patio heaters are designed to enhance your outdoor experience. We will answer common questions about propane patio heaters during the winter.

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Tips on How to Grill in the Winter

how to grill in the winter

Winter season is almost here! While some may choose to store their propane grill safely away during the colder months, many often grill during the holiday season. Diehard grill masters know that cold weather doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy an incredible Texas BBQ year-round. Therefore, we have put together a few tips on how to grill in the winter.

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Benefits of Propane for Municipal Parks in Texas

propane for municipal parks

It can be challenging for park departments to meet the demands of managing many greenspaces while staying on budget and on time. In addition, private donors and boards are increasingly requesting that funds be directed toward more energy efficient, and sometimes costly, improvement. However, propane is an alternative fuel that can help parks of all sizes to manage these challenges and continue to meet, or even exceed, the expectations of local residents, visitors and budgets. Municipalities can benefit from propane-powered mowers, or accepting bids for fleets that operate with the alternative fuel. We will discuss a few of the many benefits of propane for municipal parks in Texas.

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Benefits of Tankless Propane Water Heaters for Your Home


When opening the hot water tap in many bathrooms or kitchens, you get cold water. In some bathrooms, it can take up to a minute for the hot water to make its way from your home’s heater to the tap. However, tankless propane water heaters can help resolve this issue. We will discuss the some of the many benefits of tankless propane water heaters.

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Propane Cylinder Explosions – How Safe are Propane Bottles?

propane cylinder explosions

Similar to propane tanks, LP Gas cylinders do not explode easily and nor do they explode on their own. The requirements for a cylinder to “explode” or experience failure is in relation to heat in the same manner that heat affects the failure of a propane tank. While the principle is the same, the situations are often different because the container sizes are so different. Simply put, propane cylinders will not explode when there is proper use and storage in accordance with NFPA requirements. Therefore, we will discuss propane cylinder explosions and the safety of propane bottles.

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Renting vs. Buying a Propane Tank

renting vs. buying a propane tank

As a customer of Texas Propane, you have the option of either buying or leasing a propane tank for your home or business. There are many benefits for both buying and renting propane tanks. Therefore, we will discuss renting vs. buying a propane tank to help you determine which is right for your needs.

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What is the Purpose of Propane Leak Testing?

purpose of propane leak testing

Propane leak testing is necessary any time there is an interruption of service. This means there’s a halt in the flow of gas for any reason. We will discuss the purpose of propane leak testing.

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