Winter Propane Safety Tips for NC & SC Homes
Winter here in the Sandhills Region of North and South Carolina is unpredictable. Homeowners in our area truly see it all! With mild chilly temperatures mixed with heavy rainfall, foggy mornings, icy roads, and even a couple inches of snowfall every so often, we never know exactly what the season will have in store for us. In fact, it is not unusual to crank up the heat in the morning only to open a window to let in a cool breeze in the afternoon. Luckily, the pros at Gibson Oil understand exactly what propane users in the Carolinas need to be doing each winter to keep their homes safe and protected, regardless of what weather conditions we are facing.
Homeowner Winter Safety
If you have chosen reliable home fuel delivery from Gibson Oil, you’ve already taken the first step toward winter safety. We are proud to offer our customers environmentally friendly, affordable, and nontoxic heating oil and propane delivery that they can rely on. If you are a propane user here in the Carolinas, here are some other simple safety measures you can take to secure your home comfort this season:
1. Keep Your Tank Full
Running out of propane can cause costly damages to your heating system. A no-heat scenario due to lack of fuel will not only leave your family cold, and without power for your propane-powered appliances, but it is also a serious safety hazard. Avoid this by signing up for automatic delivery. Gibson Oil will track your usage and make deliveries before tank levels get low. If you prefer to order oil manually, it is your responsibility to monitor your tank gauge and order propane in advance of upcoming storms or when your gauge reads 30% full.
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2. Clear Delivery Pathways
Regular plowing and shoveling is important to maintain throughout the winter. Help keep our drivers safe by keeping your driveway and necessary access paths clear of snow, ice, lawn decor, or debris and low-hanging branches.
3. Schedule Maintenance
Performing regular maintenance on your propane-fired furnace or boiler is key for keeping your home safe and protected year after year. The expert technicians at Gibson Oil can help you reduce the risk of breakdowns and maximize your fuel efficiency when you trust our team to service your propane heating equipment. Request propane equipment service here to get started.
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4. Install CO Detectors
It’s crucial to have a carbon monoxide detector installed when using propane heating. No matter what time of year it is, we strongly advise all of our customers to make sure they have working CO detectors in their homes to notify them if a leak should occur.
5. Store Wisely
This time of year, our basements are often crowded with storage boxes, holiday wrapping, and more. Keep any flammable debris away from your propane boiler or furnace and remember not to store lawn equipment on or near your propane tank.
Order Your Next Propane Delivery in NC or SC Today
Contact the experts at Gibson Oil to learn more about the versatility and safety of propane for your home here in the Sandhills Region of North and South Carolina or to schedule your next propane fuel delivery online today.