How To Increase Your Energy Efficiency With Propane

Written on: December 13, 2021

Propane is one of the most energy-efficient fuels available. If you are interested in increasing your efficiency and lowering your energy costs, switching to propane could make a big difference, since its warmth actually feels “warmer.” There are also steps you can take to make the most out of your propane efficiency, once you’re all set up with your tank. Read on to learn more about how eco-friendly, efficient propane can benefit you, and if you have any questions – whether you are new to propane or not – the professionals at Lakes Gas are always on hand to help you figure out how to keep your energy costs down.

Fuel-efficiency depends on heating system health

Regular maintenance of your entire propane system is key to getting the best performance from your heater and other appliances. Tasks like having your ducts cleaned and replacing your air filters frequently can reduce strain on your system, because it won’t have to work as hard if there are fewer obstructions and debris clogging up the airflow. When your system is able to work smarter, instead of harder, it costs less for two reasons:

• First, it uses less energy to create the same amount of force and output, thus costing less money.
• Second, it reduces wear and tear on your equipment, ultimately preventing repair and replacement costs down the road.

Maximizing your propane efficiency is easy

Propane is versatile, and you control the supply you have on hand, making it easily adjustable to meet your needs through, for example:

• Zone heating: Propane is a great candidate for zone-heating methods, which reduce energy consumption by heating different parts of your home depending on their frequency of usage. By reducing the temperature in parts of your home that get less traffic, and adjusting the heating to fit your daily schedule – like lowering the heat when you are at work – you can save on energy costs. Propane makes it easy!
• Taking advantage of a programmable or smart thermostat: Going hand-in-hand with zone heating is the use of a thermostat you can program to anticipate the level of heating you’ll need, depending on factors like the time of day, day of the week, season, and if you use location services with your smart system, your proximity to your home.
• Replacing pilot lights on appliances with electric igniters: When you’re not using propane to keep the flames roaring, this reduces the amount of propane used.
• Going with Energy Star® in your Midwestern home: When it’s time for a purchase or upgrade on any of your propane-fueled appliances, look into Energy Star–rated options for even more propane benefits. This will ensure you’re maximizing efficiency while you run your appliances.

You can count on Lakes Gas to deliver safe, efficient, affordable propane so that you can have peace of mind this winter. When you become a customer at Lakes Gas, you’ll enjoy service that’s unmatched in the region. We want you to have the best start possible, and we have a number of coupons and rebates to help our customers save big as they get to know us. Right now, new residential customers may even be eligible for a free tank swap! (Restrictions may apply.) Contact us today for more information.