There are many ways that you can reduce
your energy and heating costs at home without compromising efficiency and
reliability. Using propane is one way to do that. Propane is also known as
'liquefied petroleum gas' (LPG or LP-gas) and it is an energy-efficient fuel
that is versatile and suitable for a household that is looking to save up to 50
percent on their energy bill. There are many other benefits that you should know about propane and why it should be
considered for your home:
1. Propane heats faster and uses less energy.
On average, propane can heat a tank full of water in 20 minutes. Electric
heaters normally complete the same size tank in an hour.
2. Propane can generate a more comfortable and
consistent supply of the air at a steady temperature of around 115 degrees
Fahrenheit. An electric heat pump typically provides air temperature that is a
little warmer than an average body temperature.
3.
Appliance Magazine shared that a
propane gas furnace can last longer than electric heat pumps. Propane furnaces
have an average 20-year lifespan, while electric heaters have an average
lifespan of 14 years. It is also cheaper to repair a propane gas heater.
4. The US Department of Energy found that an
average home, that uses a propane water heater, can save up to 30 percent on
their heating bill. Residential water heating consumes a lot of energy and
accounts for almost a quarter of all energy consumption in the household.
Propane water heaters are environmentally friendly, too. They can minimize
greenhouse gas emissions by up to 60 percent.
There
are tankless propane water heaters that have energy efficiency levels from 83
percent to 94 percent. This means that they cost around 60 percent less to run
than a typical electric storage tank. Tankless water heaters may provide the
continuous flow of hot water for a longer period, too, making it ideal for a larger
family or during the winter months.
5. Research shows that a propane dryer can
typically save you up to 50 percent of energy costs.
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