Posted: August 3, 2026
If you’ve never lived in a propane-fueled home before, you might be surprised to know how versatile it is and how many ways it can be used in your home. Not only can propane provide steady, reliable heat energy at an affordable price, but it also offers exceptional performance and efficiency in a wide range of home appliances at a much lower cost than electricity.
You might also be surprised to learn that propane is a domestically sourced fuel that is one of the cleanest and most efficient fuels around.
If you’re looking to enhance your home’s value, increase comfort, and improve efficiency, adding propane to your home is a smart move.
Here are six ways propane can increase comfort, add efficiency, or boost value to your home:
When it comes to reliability, nothing beats having a propane-powered backup generator. Winter storms can knock out the electricity during the coldest weather. That can mean a lot more than an inconvenience when your heat goes out and your pipes could freeze. Even if you use heating oil, the equipment relies on electricity to run. Backup power will come on instantly, keeping your heat, refrigerator, and lights running until the utility company can repair downed lines. Having a backup generator may also lower your insurance premiums.
Many homes in Vermont still rely on heating oil, and it’s the workhorse fuel for keeping homes comfortable when the mercury plummets. But many homeowners are surprised to learn that propane generates almost 91,500 Btus of heat energy per gallon. So you can count on propane heating equipment to deliver dependable heat on the iciest winter nights. Propane heating equipment requires less maintenance and lasts longer than heating oil-fueled equipment. And you have a range of options for propane-fueled supplemental space heating as well as whole-home heating systems.
The same reasons propane is great at providing heat make it ideal for heating water and powering appliances and equipment that heat water. Water heating is a big percentage of home energy bills, especially when you consider how much hot water a household uses for bathing, laundry, and dishwashing. An energy-efficient propane water heater can help you reduce your energy costs and perform better, too. Tankless water heaters save energy by instantly heating water when you need it, rather than keeping a large tank hot all the time. As a result, you can enjoy virtually unlimited hot water while seeing savings of up to 40%!
Nothing beats the precision and control you get cooking with gas. That’s why it’s the first choice of professional chefs, in the kitchen and on the patio. An electric range will never provide the same control as cooking with gas. Think about why you opt for a propane grill instead of charcoal: You can adjust your flame with the turn of a knob. An electric burner doesn’t respond as quickly, taking more time to reduce or increase the heat. That means propane lets you sear food quickly without overcooking it, and you can keep a delicate sauce at a subtle simmer without scorching.
A propane fireplace brings all the ambiance and warmth of a wood-burning fireplace to any room, without the mess, smoke, and ash. It’s easy to fit a traditional hearth with a gas log set, retaining the charm and eliminating the hassles. But there’s no need for a chimney. You can install a propane-fueled fireplace just about anywhere: living room, dining room, bedroom, even the kitchen. Imagine the luxe, spa-like glamour of a fireplace in your master bath!
It’s a short season here in Vermont, but propane will help you enjoy your outdoor spaces earlier in the spring and later into the autumn. Propane patio heaters warm outdoor rooms, and fire pits and fire bowls are an attractive focal point and gathering space for entertaining friends and family. Propane bug traps will keep mosquitoes and even black flies away. And propane-fueled pool and spa heaters will warm up the water much faster than an electric heater and maintain the temperature better once the water is warm. As a result, propane pool heaters help you keep heating costs under control while letting you enjoy your pool or spa more.
The professionals at Roberts have the knowledge, experience, and resources to answer all your questions about the benefits of propane for your home. And we can get you started with the right size propane tank for your needs, reliable propane delivery, and more.
Contact us for more information today.
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