Propane Uses
If you think propane can only run your backyard grill, prepare to be pleasantly surprised!
Propane is a versatile, efficient and environmentally friendly energy source that can bring a whole lot of benefits to your New Mexico home. Cortez Gas can help you put propane to work in your home to upgrade your quality of life.
We provide the reliable, responsive and personal propane delivery and service you only get from a local business. With offices all around New Mexico , we’re there when you need us!
Check out all the ways that propane can be used at your home:
Propane enhances many appliances in your home.
Heating your home with propane makes your home more comfortable than electric heating equipment with better energy efficiency to boot.
By using a propane range, you can effortlessly control the cooking temperature, resulting in beautifully prepared meals.
Propane water heaters offer superior energy efficiency and fast water heating. Say goodbye to cold showers! You’ll always have instant access to endless hot water whenever you desire with a propane tankless water heater.
A propane fireplace lets you enjoy the cozy comfort of a fire with the push of a button, with none of the work or mess of a wood-burning fireplace.
Do you have a garage, shed or other unheated space that you’d like to use in cooler weather? You can, with propane space heaters!
For those living off the grid, a propane whole-house standby generator gives you the security of electricity for essential appliances. For those who live on the grid, these generators will keep your lights on, food safely cold in the fridge and freezer, electronics charged, home security system running and essential medical equipment like CPAPs and electric wheelchairs operational.
Along with your grill, there are so many ways that propane can turn your yard into a destination for entertaining, relaxation, and good times.
Let’s start with the grill. A propane grill is ready to go in just a couple of minutes, as opposed to the half-hour or so you need to wait for a charcoal grill to be ready. It also offers precise and instant temperature control that allows you to grill foods from steaks and chops to fish and vegetables to perfection. Cleanup is also a snap.
Propane outdoor lighting creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
Create warm and inviting places to gather with friends, or relax solo, enjoying the beverage of your choice with a propane firepit or outdoor fireplace.
Propane deck and patio heaters let you dine and relax outside even on chilly nights.
Finally, propane pool and spa heaters get your water warm exponentially faster than electric models, meaning you can enjoy your pool or hot tub more quickly and often. With Cortez Gas’ propane cylinder refill service, your outdoor propane appliances will always have the fuel they need. We can also connect your grill and pool or spa heater to your home’s propane tank .
Cortez Gas is a complete propane service company. That means, in addition to our dependable propane delivery and quality propane tank services, we also install, maintain and repair a wide range of propane appliances.
Our service technicians are trained, skilled and experienced, so you can be sure the work we do on your home’s propane appliances will be performed to the highest standards for quality and safety.
Furnaces: Propane stands as the superior choice for rapid, consistent and efficient home heating. The latest propane furnaces exhibit remarkable efficiency, reaching up to 98%. This means that nearly all the propane you invest in is devoted to heating your home, with just a negligible two cents lost in combustion. By transitioning to a new propane heating system, you can immediately reap the benefits of reduced energy expenses!
Water heaters: After heating and cooling, heating water in the home stands as the second largest energy expenditure, constituting around 20% of annual energy bills.
Propane water heaters offer exceptional comfort and substantial energy cost savings. With just a 40-gallon propane storage tank, they can deliver the same volume of hot water per hour as a 50-gallon electric model.
Upgrade your water heating experience with enhanced comfort and convenience, all while reducing your energy bills. Switch to a propane tankless water heater for on-demand hot water. This innovative solution not only saves you money but also ensures a constant supply of hot water whenever you need it.
Fireplaces: Get comfortable, cozy warmth simply by pushing a button with a propane fireplace! You get ease and convenience with none of the hassle, mess or bad air of a traditional wood-burning fireplace.
Generators: Power outages can create significant challenges and pose potential risks at your home. A propane whole-house standby generator provides a reliable power source for a range of appliances and equipment. From your HVAC system and refrigerator to electronic devices and essential medical equipment like CPAPs, it ensures your family’s comfort and safety. With a whole-house generator, you can rest assured that you’ll have the power you need when you need it, without any interruptions.
Space heaters: Propane is a versatile fuel that goes beyond whole-house heating. It excels at efficiently warming up unheated or underheated areas like workshops, sunporches, garages and sheds. When compared to electric heaters, propane space heaters offer superior comfort and efficiency.
Ranges, cooktops and ovens: Propane is not only a secure and reliable energy source for cooking, but it is also versatile enough to be used in areas where access to a gas utility is limited. Its dependability and safety make it an excellent choice for those seeking an efficient and effective cooking solution, regardless of location.
Using propane for cooking offers numerous advantages, particularly in terms of precise and rapid temperature control, leading to optimal cooking results. In contrast, electric ranges require more time to heat up and cool down. Moreover, propane ovens provide increased moisture, preventing roasts and turkeys from drying out, which is not the case with electric ovens.
Clothes dryers: Doing laundry is a tedious task that we all strive to complete swiftly. Enhance the efficiency of your laundry routine with a propane clothes dryer. Not only does it reduce drying time, but it minimizes wrinkles and wear when compared to an electric dryer. This allows you to enjoy fresh and clean clothes in less time, with fewer touch-ups needed.
Outdoor living: Propane offers numerous advantages for both indoor and outdoor applications. For instance, utilizing a propane grill is significantly more convenient than charcoal, as it can be ready for grilling in under five minutes, compared to the 30 minutes required for a charcoal fire. Moreover, propane grills provide precise temperature control, allowing you to cook various types of food to perfection. With these benefits, propane stands as an excellent choice for all your grilling needs.
Enhance your outdoor living experience with the versatility of propane. From high-efficiency pool and spa heaters to deck and patio heaters, firepits, insect traps, outdoor lighting systems and outdoor fireplaces, propane offers you the opportunity to make the most of every moment in your backyard. Embrace the convenience and enjoyment that propane brings to elevate your outdoor space.