Posted: July 14, 2025
There is so much to learn and know about propane beyond the fact that it an energy source that can be used to power and fuel numerous appliances and pieces of equipment.
If you do land on propane as the fuel of choice for your Central Michigan home or business there are many reasons to make Becks Propane your fuel provider. We make sure that our team goes above and beyond to keep customers fully supplied with the fuel they need.
Considering how important propane can be to your home or business it is helpful to be knowledgeable when it comes to the product. That is exactly why Becks Propane has rounded up the below facts and stats!
Propane and natural gas are both energy sources, but they do have their differences.
The majority of propane is a co-product of natural gas extraction and the oil refining process. It is a petroleum gas in liquefied form that can be stored and transported in tanks, cylinders or similar containers.
Natural gas is mostly made of methane. Delivery of the fuel is typically handled by a natural gas utility through piping and similar types of gas lines.
Propane can be used for many things in both residential and commercial settings. It can:
This versatility also makes propane incredibly convenient – you can use one fuel for so many different things!
Almost all of the propane that is used here in the United States is also made here in the United States. This helps stabilize the fuel’s price and helps customers save a little bit of money.
If you are looking to reduce your carbon footprint propane can help you out. That is because it is a low-carbon energy source that doesn’t contain any methane (which is considered a potent greenhouse gas). Additionally, propane is non-toxic and, therefore, not harmful to any surrounding living organisms in the event of a spill.
Propane wins in the efficiency department compared to other fuels and energy sources. The appliances that it powers are able to get their jobs done faster than their electric counterparts.
Since propane doesn’t need power grids or electricity to operate you can count on any of your appliances that are powered by the fuel to keep running and working even if there is a blackout.
Both homeowners and business owners in Central Michigan can count on Becks Propane to get them the fuel they need when they need it. We have been delivering high quality propane throughout the area since 1960.
In addition to propane deliveries, we also offer propane tank monitoring services as well as payment and pricing options that we make work for you.
Contact Becks Propane today to become one of our many happy and satisfied customers.