Ontario Propane Blog

Learn About Propane Tanks

Posted on Mon, Feb 06, 2023 @ 04:52 PM

Propane tanks come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but here are two main types of propane tanks used for supplying home energy – horizontal torpedo tanks or vertical (up-right) tanks. 

The capacity or size of the tank, and style of the tank, will depend on the estimated amount of propane usage for your needs. Factors include; your heating requirements through the winter, the size of your home, the number of propane appliances you have, the efficiency of your propane appliances.

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Topics: Budget Propane, Propane Tanks & Cylinders

BBQ Safety Tips from the Canadian Propane Association

Posted on Thu, May 05, 2022 @ 09:58 AM

It's barbecue season at last and we'd like to share some safety tips from The Canadian Propane Association.

While propane barbecues are fast, clean and convenient, they do require some maintenance and a few basic precautions. A little extra care and these few simple precautions should ensure the safe and enjoyable operation of your barbecue.

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Topics: Budget Propane, Propane Safety

Opening Your Cottage in the Spring

Posted on Wed, Apr 06, 2022 @ 01:42 PM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spring has finally arrived and you probably have one thing on your mind – it’s time to open up the cottage! While some cottage owners wait until the weather warms up in May - lots of owners want to visit earlier and use the time to get their cottage ready to receive the family. Here's some helpful tips to put on your checklist!

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Topics: Budget Propane, Home & Cottages

Guide to Propane Tanks

Posted on Fri, Apr 01, 2022 @ 09:32 AM

Propane tanks come in a variety of sizes, from small canisters and cylinders ideal for backyard use to large upright or torpedo storage tanks that can be used to fuel a home or facility.

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Topics: Budget Propane, Propane Tanks & Cylinders

Do's and Don'ts of Operating a Propane BBQ

Posted on Tue, Jun 08, 2021 @ 11:11 AM

One of the favourite things of spring and summer is getting outside to enjoy the great weather with a meal hot off the BBQ. If you haven't already done so, I'm sure it's on your mind to get your BBQ cleaned up of winter dust and debris, so that you can get grilling.

We'd like to share with you some safety tips from The Canadian Propane Association.

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Topics: Budget Propane, Propane Safety

Propane Safety: What is a Combustible Gas Detector?

Posted on Mon, Mar 09, 2020 @ 12:14 PM

Propane is one of the safest alternative fuels on the market to use as an energy source inside your home. Despite this, it’s still a great idea to invest in a few safety devices that will give your family additional protection and peace-of-mind. 

Installing a carbon monoxide detector is one of the obvious pieces of safety equipment to install in your home, but did you know that you can pair this with a combustible gas detector to provide additional safety to your household? 

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Topics: Budget Propane, Propane Safety

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