Heating season is here and propane gas prices are moving up again. What can a consumer do to lower their heating cost this winter? By following the guide below, you should be able to save some money on propane gas this year.
Is your propane furnace properly tuned? You should have a yearly tune up on your furnace to insure it is running at peak efficiency. A dirty unit can waste a significant amount of propane and cost you money.
If your furnace is over 20 years old, it may be worth it to replace it with a new more efficient unit. Talk to your dealer to see how long it will pay for itself in savings with a new unit. Also ask your dealer and look into possible government grants and rebates for new energy saving furnaces. There are federal and state grants that may be available to you. Have the government pay for your new propane furnace!
Make your home more energy efficient by having an energy audit done. Installing something as simple as a programmable thermostat may result in savings. Make sure your home is properly insulated. Check window and doors for drafts. Most of these things anyone can do themselves over a weekend. Once again check to see if there are government rebates to make your home more efficient.
Time your purchase of propane gas. It is generally cheaper in the summer to purchase propane gas due to lower demand. Look into pre-buying plans with your dealer. Also you should look into cap plans that set the maximum per gallon price for the season.
See if your dealer offers a monthly budget plan. A monthly plan helps smooth out the spikes and valleys in your monthly heating costs. Nothing worse then prices spiking right after paying for Christmas presents. By using a budget plan, you know how much your propane gas bill is each month and it will be easier for you to set aside that amount.
Most of all, shop around for the current propane prices per gallon. Don’t just accept your dealer’s price. Check around to see what other propane gas dealers are charging.
