The new Government of Ontario Cap and Trade system is going into effect on January 1st, 2017. This is going to effect all forms of electricity, natural gas, propane and other heating fuels.

The cap and trade program is designed to confront climate change head on and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This affects both home owners, motorists and business owners across the province.

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From everyone at Budget Propane, we would like to wish you all a very happy and safe Holiday Season. This is the time of year to enjoy the company of loved ones.

2016 was a very busy and successful year, and it is thanks to all of you. We can’t wait to see what 2017 has in store for us.

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All propane tanks are made from the same materials, therefore, all tanks will wear and tear very similarly to each other. It is important to periodically check on your propane tank to ensure that everything is running properly. Over time, age and over use of your propane tank could take a toll, causing noises to occur. These noises could either be coming directly from your propane tank or your gas line. It is important to contact your propane provider if you hear noises that don’t seem normal. Here are some ways to explain the noise and why it is occurring.

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The snow has hit us and its here to stay for the next few months. Budget Propane will be making deliveries upon request and when needed. What we ask from our amazing customers is for a little bit of assistance in order for our deliveries to be completed smoothly and without any complications.

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It’s something that slips your mind. It’s the holiday season so you’re constantly traveling, or perhaps you’re going to a warm destination for your family vacation. What is one thing that you always forget to do? For some, turning your thermostat down to cooler temperatures makes sense when you are leaving a home or cottage for a lengthy period of time. This way you are saving on your energy bills, whether it be electricity usage, oil and even propane. This is not what you should do.

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So, we can all admit the cold has hit us and it looks like its here to stay for the next few months. Some of us love it, and some of us despise it, but we live in Ontario, so we might as well make the best of it and stay warm. For those of you who are using electricity to power your heating sources, this may be a worrisome time for you. The increase of electricity rates and change in peak times may make you feel as though you need to conserve your heating source and limit its use so your electricity bill doesn’t soar through the roof. Well, have you ever considered switching your heating appliances to propane? This way, you wont ever need to worry about peak times while heating your home.

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