Budget Propane Blog: Energy Tips, Safety & Seasonal Advice
Stay informed with expert propane insights, energy-saving tips, safety guides, and seasonal advice for your home, cottage, farm, or business in Central Ontario. From heating solutions to outdoor living inspiration, we share practical information to help you stay comfortable, prepared, and eco-friendly all year round.

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Propane in Agriculture: Powering Ontario Farms
Agriculture in Ontario is evolving, embracing more efficient, sustainable, and...
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End Of Summer Checklist: Update Your Contact Info Before Winter Hits
Since summer is wrapping up and the kids are off to school, now is the perfect...
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Lighting the Way: How Budget Propane Fuels Campfire Circle’s Mission
At Budget Propane, we believe in more than just providing reliable energy...
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Think You Know Propane? These 5 Uses Might Surprise You!
Propane is more than just BBQ tanks and home heating.At Budget Propane, we help...
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Building a Propane-Powered New Home: What You Need to Know
Thinking of building your dream home in the country? Consider propane as your...
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Propane & Camping: Your Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Comfort
There’s nothing like a weekend under the stars, especially when propane makes...
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Why Food Trucks Run on Propane And How Budget Keeps Them Cooking
Food trucks are heating up across Ontario—and propane is the energy keeping...
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Proud Sponsors of the Mariposa Folk Festival: Join the Celebration
At Budget Propane, we believe in supporting vibrant local communities, and...
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Make a Splash: Heat Your Pool with Propane This Summer
There’s nothing like diving into your pool on a hot summer day, but let’s face...
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Earth Day and the Future of Renewable Propane
With Earth Day being celebrated around the globe, it’s commonly misunderstood...
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How Do You Know if your Cylinder is in Good Working Order?
Before the inaugural barbecue session of the season, there’s a few ways to know...
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Let's Clear the Air: National Propane Day
Did you know that propane is lower in emissions, more affordable and improves...
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Budget Propane Sponsors Little Native Hockey League 51st Annual Tournament
Budget Propane takes pride in community involvement, and it stays at the...
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A heartfelt "Thank You" to all of our Budget Propane Customers & Staff
Winter is here! A heartfelt thank you to all of our Budget Propane customers &...
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Preparing for a Budget Propane Tank Installation
Installing a propane tank is a significant step for homeowners looking to...
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Clean Energy Propane for Rural Living with Budget Propane
For those living in rural areas, access to clean and sustainable energy...
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Budget Propane Customer Appreciation Week May 6th-10th
As Budget Propane gears up to celebrate Customer Appreciation Week, we are...
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Your Home's Energy Diet: 3 Tips for Reducing Costs
Are you tired of seeing high energy bills each month? Looking to reduce your...
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Celebrating National Propane Day
In the push towards a greener future, the importance of sustainable energy...
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Rely on Propane: The Benefits of Propane Powered Generators
As we progress into a new era of sustainable living, our power sources have to...
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Propane: A Clean and Low Emission Fuel Option
Propane is quickly becoming one of the most popular clean energy sources,...
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Choosing the Right Propane Tank for Your Home Energy Needs
When it comes to propane tanks for supplying home energy, there are...
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Simplify and Streamline Your Propane Deliveries with Remote Monitoring
Are you in the process of installing propane service at your cottage or...
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Key Considerations for Homeowners When Choosing a Propane Supplier
Are you thinking about switching to propane energy or searching for a...
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Propane Versus Electric Water Heaters
When it comes to choosing a water heater for your home, considering the...
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The Advantages of a Propane Back-up Generator
Power outages are increasingly common, so having access to a reliable and...
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Grilling with Propane - Your Backyard Checklist
Barbecue season is here, and it's time to gather outdoors and enjoy delicious...
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Outdoor Living Enhanced with Propane Appliances
As the summer season approaches in Ontario, it's time to turn our attention to...
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5 Reasons to Choose Budget Propane for your Home or Business
Budget Propane Ontario is a leading propane supplier in Ontario, Canada, that...
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You're Invited to Our Customer Appreciation Week
Budget Propane's Customer Appreciation Week takes place May 8th to 12th this...
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Get Ready for BBQ Season - Propane Safety Tips
It's barbecue season again, and it's time to fire up the grill! However,...
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The Advantages of Using a Propane Heater for Your Pool or Spa
When it comes to enjoying your outdoor pool or spa, one thing that can really...
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Proper Disposal of Refillable Propane Cylinders
Did you know that propane cylinders should never be thrown in household garbage...
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5 Ways Propane Can Empower Off-Grid Living
The trend for off-grid living and tiny homes has been growing in recent years....
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Why it Makes Sense to Install a Propane Fireplace
Adding a fireplace to your home not only enhances the heating capabilities but...
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Handling and Transporting Small Propane Cylinders
Small propane cylinders are portable and provide convenient heat for camping,...
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7 Tips For Opening Your Cottage this Spring
As the winter snow melts away, seasonal home owners in central Ontario,...
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Propane Water Heater: A Greener and More Cost-Effective Home Solution
Did you know that your water heater could be responsible for up to 20% of your...
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Flood Safety Information for Propane
March is a transition month with frequent freeze thaw weather cycles. With the...
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Quick Facts About Propane Tank Installations
While it doesn't feel like it on some days, we are heading toward spring, and...
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Why Propane is a Key Player in the Green Energy Sector
Propane is widely recognized as a green energy source due to its...
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Builder or Contractor? Here's Why to Partner with Budget Propane
Budget Propane has been supplying propane energy to residential homes, cottages...
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Winter Outdoor Living with Propane Energy
Propane offers a range of energy efficiency and environmental benefits, but one...
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6 Important Uses of Propane in the Construction Industry
Propane is not just for residential heating and home appliances. It also is...
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Building Your Dream Home? Why Choose Propane for Heating and More...
Are you planning to build a new cottage or rural home in the year ahead? It's...
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The Top 5 Most Popular Budget Propane Blogs in 2022
With a new year just around the corner, we thought it a good time to look back...
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4 Reasons to Switch from Heating Oil to Propane Energy
Many people know that propane fuels outdoor barbeques, but its use doesn't stop...
Read MorePropane Patio Heater Safety Tips
Propane patio heaters are a popular addition to outdoor living spaces to help...
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Propane Safety Tips for Heating Your Home This Winter Season
As we head into winter residential propane heating systems and propane...
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Cozy-up to a Propane Fireplace this Winter
This winter many homeowners are thinking of ways to decorate their homes to...
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Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips You Need to Know
Home safety involves taking care of fuel burning appliances such as stoves and...
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Storms & Extreme Weather - Propane Safety Tips
While we've been enjoying some warm sunny weather in central Ontario through...
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Learn About Propane Delivery Options With Budget Propane
As a family owned and operated business operating in the central Ontario...
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Light Up Your Home With Propane Real Flame Lighting!
Interior and exterior lighting is fundamental in home design. Lighting is...
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Propane Heat for Construction - Heaters and Radiators
With temperatures beginning to drop in central Ontario, construction crews are...
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Here's How to Prepare Your Cottage for the Winter
You have, more than likely, got a lot of use and enjoyment out of your cottage...
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The Benefits of Installing a Propane Fireplace
Throughout the fall and winter, having a living room or family room fireplace...
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What Makes Propane the Best Choice for Standby Power?
Have you heard about the term 'climate resilient homes'? According to the CRH, "
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What is propane gas?
Today, let's look at what propane is and a bit of history about this important...
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Patio Heater Safety Tips For Backyard Patios & Restaurants
As the weather starts to cool down, and more people want to extend their time...
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How Does a Propane Refrigerator Work?
For people in remote locations or those wishing to embrace an off-grid...
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Benefits of Installing a Propane Heated Water Tank
It's one of those household appliances that we don't think about too much, but...
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Home & Property Tips For When You are Away on Holidays
At this time of year we are well into the summer holiday season, and more than...
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Ideas to Help Reduce Your Energy Bills in the Summer
With inflation and household costs increasing, many homeowners are looking for...
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3 Ways to Check the Fill Level of Your Propane Tank
If you don’t receive an automatic propane delivery service, then checking your...
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3 Ways Propane Enhances Your Outdoor Living Space
The last few years has brought home the importance of outdoor living space for...
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Budget Propane in the Community - Supporting Camp Winston
As a local business operating in central Ontario for decades, Budget Propane is...
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Safety Tips for Propane Fire Pits
It's one of those big trends you see every once in awhile in home outdoor...
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HVAC Partnerships with Budget Propane
Budget Propane is a long-standing and trusted supplier of bulk propane...
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Keep Cool With Propane Powered Air Conditioning
If you live in a rural community, town or village - you'll be well aware of the...
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Here's the Benefits of Using Propane Gas for Your Agricultural Business
Spring is here, and it's a hectic season for farmers or anyone in the...
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Propane Pool / Spa Heaters and Outdoor Fireplaces
As we head towards summer in Ontario, it's time to start thinking about turning...
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Earth Day! Home Sustainability & Propane Energy
It's Earth Day today! Earth Day gives us an opportunity to think about what we...
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Flood Season Safety Tips from the Canadian Propane Association
We've all been anticipating the changing weather of spring, but as snow...
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Opening Your Cottage in the Spring
Spring has finally arrived and you probably have one thing on...
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Energy-Saving Propane Appliances - Learn From HGTV
Are you a fan of HGTV's show Rock Solid Builds? The show takes viewers to...
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10 Propane Myths Busted (Part 2)
A few weeks back we shared a Budget Propane blog with you called - 10 Propane...
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The Ultimate Opening-Weekend Checklist for Your Ontario-Based Cottage
As we head into March there is a feeling that winter is almost behind us and we...
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10 Propane Myths Busted (Part 1)
Were you a fan of the popular TV program MythBusters? The concept was to take...
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4 Reasons to Upgrade Your Wood Stove to a Propane Stove
Cabins, cottages, workshops, rural homes - have one thing in common, they all...
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Propane in Your Community - Agriculture
Propane plays a major role in food production in Canada by providing an energy...
Read MoreThe Propane Story: Your Complete Guide Propane and its Uses
Whether you are buying a new property off the grid, looking to find a new...
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Tips For Choosing a Propane Supplier in Muskoka
By preference many consumers seek out local small - medium sized businesses...
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Is Propane a Better Choice Than Oil For Heating?
Have you recently bought a rural property or cottage and are thinking about...
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Canada’s Most Popular Alternative Vehicle Fuel - Propane!
A few weeks ago on December 9, the global propane industry came together for...
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Cozy Up to an LP Propane Gas Fireplace this Winter
Are you a propane customer thinking of adding a gas fireplace to your home or...
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Energy Saving Tips from the Canadian Propane Association
Energy costs have been on the rise this year and many homeowners are looking...
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CPA Press Release: Governments Must Help Canadians With Energy Costs
As we head into winter, many home and cottage owners in central Ontario are...
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5 Propane Safety Tips for Heating Your Home This Winter
With cooler months on the way, it’s now that time of year in which many...
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Get Your Cottage Winter-Ready With These Tips
It's been a beautiful fall so far. The colours have been spectacular. And...
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We're Proud to Support the CNIB Muskoka Dock-to-Dock Fundraising Event
Budget Propane is pleased to support various community initiatives and...
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Automate Your Propane Deliveries This Fall & Winter
There are many consumer and workplace trends that will continue this fall and...
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Propane Tips: Prepare Your Home for Fall & Winter
The official start of the fall season is fast approaching. And that means...
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Propane in Your Community - Golf Courses
Propane is used for many commercial applications in your community and one of...
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6 Ways to Reduce Your Energy Bills in Ontario This Summer
Summer is a time of joy for many Canadians, but many will be thinking about...
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Cooking With Propane - Commercial Propane for Restaurants
Restaurant owners and hospitality managers know that cutting operating costs...
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Propane Versus Oil - Comparing Versatility & Efficiency
Propane is one of nature’s most versatile sources of energy. If you are using...
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How to Dispose of an Old Propane Refillable Cylinder
In Canada, it is regulated by law that refillable propane cylinders must be...
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Important Considerations When Buying a House With Propane
Are you looking to move into a new house this year? Then you have probably...
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Do's and Don'ts of Operating a Propane BBQ
One of the favourite things of spring and summer is getting outside to enjoy...
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Low-Emission Propane Helps Fight Climate Change
Small business owners and homeowners throughout Canada, are interested in...
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How to Choose a Propane Supplier
Are you updating a rural property and are planning to switch to propane energy
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Customer Appreciation Week - May 10th to 14th, 2021
Budget Propane has been serving residential customers and business owners in...
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Using a Standby Propane Generator? Here’s Why You Need a Tank Monitor
Are you a Budget Propane Ontario customer currently using a standby generator...
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Frequently Asked Questions About Propane Installations
Are you building a rural property and are at the stage of considering your...
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Commercial Restaurant Kitchens Choose Propane
Professional chefs prefer cooking on gas, hands-down. According to propane.com...
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Water Heater - Electric or Propane?
Are you thinking of replacing an old electric hot water heater and would like...
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Propane for Agricultural & Horticultural Businesses
Propane is a versatile fuel used across many industries include agricultural...
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Learn About Propane: Cylinder Collar Markings
Did you know it's against the law for an expired or damaged cylinder to be...
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Carbon Monoxide Safety - Where to Place Detectors
As often is the case in the winter, the news has carried some tragic stories...
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6 Reasons Why Propane is Green Energy (Part 2)
In the first part of this blog, we looked at important reasons why propane...
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6 Reasons Why Propane is Green Energy (Part 1)
Many home and business owners are working diligently to reduce their carbon...
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5 Important Reasons to Upgrade Your Oil Furnace to Propane
One of the most important renovations you can make to your home is to upgrade...
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Oil to Propane: Buying an Older Rural Home in 2021
It's often the case that older rural homes were heated using oil furnaces. In...
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Supporting Organizations That Help Canadians
At Budget Propane, we have a long tradition of supporting local organizations...
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Considering a Propane Water Heater? Here's the Benefits
Did you know that Ontarians pay the highest rate in Canada for hydro? In fact,...
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5 Important Considerations When Comparing Propane Suppliers
Are you considering making the switch to propane energy, or are you simply...
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Propane is a Versatile Energy Source for Every Room in Your House
Are you remodeling your home and considering propane? Or maybe you're planning...
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The Importance of Customer Reviews
At Budget Propane we are always pleased to hear from our customers -...
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Get the Benefits of Remote Monitoring for Your Propane Tank
Installing propane service at a cottage or residential property in central...
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Budget in Our Community - CNIB Lake Joe
We are pleased to share with you, this thank you letter from the fundraising...
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Propane Myth-Busters - Here’s 4 Misconceptions About Propane
Today’s consumer is constantly on the lookout for potential cost savings they...
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Safety Defines Today’s Propane Industry
The spring edition of Energized, the official magazine of the Canadian Propane...
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Replace Your Electric Hot Water Heater with Propane
Is it time to replace your electric hot water heater, or are you building a...
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Safety Tips for Using Propane on Your Construction Site
Building season is proceeding despite the recent economic lock-down, and...
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5 Questions to Ask When Buying a Propane-Powered Home in Ontario
When you're looking to buy a new home, asking the right questions is a huge...
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Budget Propane Announces Partnership with Simcoe Compressed Gas
June 17, 2020 - Gravenhurst, Ontario - Budget Propane Ontario, a leading...
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We’re Celebrating Propane Day - It’s a Worldwide Event!
Propane Day is being celebrated by our colleagues around the world who work in...
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Budget Propane's Customer Appreciation Week - May 25th to May 29th
You're invited to our Customer Appreciation Week, May 25th to May 29th, 2020....
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3 Reasons To Automate Deliveries With Remote Tank Monitoring
Are you one of the growing number of consumers interested in smart appliances...
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Budget Propane Supports Teen Challenge
Budget Propane believes in giving-back, and is pleased to support many...
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Need to Contact Budget Propane Ontario? We're Here to Help
We value both our residential and commercial propane customers. That’s why,...
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What is a Propane Regulator and How Does it Work?
Propane has a variety of uses, and has become an increasingly popular power...
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What Should I do in the Event of a Propane Emergency?
Propane is one of the most environmentally-friendly and cost-effective energy...
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What do the Markings on my Propane Cylinder Mean?
Residential propane use comes with a range of benefits for your household,...
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4 Reasons Why You Should Use Propane for Your Commercial Business
Are you the owner or manager of a commercial business in central Ontario? Did...
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Why Propane is the Perfect Energy for Your Remote Home or Cottage
If you live, or own a holiday cottage, in a remote location of Ontario, it’s...
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Is Propane the Right Choice for My Business? 4 Common Questions
Whether you are the manager or owner of a small, medium or large organization,...
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Why do Propane Prices Fluctuate?
If you pay attention to your propane energy bill, you have probably noticed...
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5 Reasons Why Propane is a Smart Choice for Commercial Buildings
Winter is here in Ontario, and there’s no season that helps business owners...
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Household Propane: Understanding the Propane Tank Installation Process
Residential propane comes with a variety of benefits from cutting your home’s...
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How to Prepare Your Propane-Powered Home for Winter Storms
You’ve likely heard the saying “expect the best, plan for the worst”. With...
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How to Save Money on Your Energy Bills This Fall and Winter
It’s Halloween! Fall colours are in their full beauty, it’s almost time to get...
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