Kentucky’s Energy and Environment Cabinet urges propane customers to prepare now for another strong winter.
Kentucky Propane Gas Association Director Todd Griffin says last year’s shortages emphasized a need for improved storage and transportation infrastructure. Cabinet Secretary Len Peters says there may be an increase in demand for propane used in grain drying due to a wet fall and high grain yield. He says there’s concern over propane delivery disruptions this winter.
Officials say to be prepared, propane consumers can:
1. Fill storage tanks now, before the cold weather hits. Many dealers have pre-buy or summer fill programs that encourage customers to top-off before the high-demand season starts.
2. Sign up for automatic delivery rather than being a “will call” customer. This allows dealers to better schedule delivery trucks and helps ensure that the customer won’t run out of propane.
3. Sign up for budget payment plans. This helps the customer spread the payments for propane over several months.
4. Monitor your tank. Know how much you have left in the tank. Unless your dealer requests otherwise, call when the level hits 25 percent. This will allow your dealer to schedule you for a refill in a timely manner.
5. Have a professional perform tune-ups/maintenance on equipment and appliances to increase fuel efficiency.
For tips on home weatherization and energy efficiency visit the Cabinet’s energy website at energy.ky.gov.
For more information from the propane industry, talk with your local propane dealer or visit propanecomfort.com.
