Dear Pico Propane Customer,

We want to acknowledge the recent, alarming surge in energy prices. This is difficult for everyone and we want you to know we are here to help any way we can. If you need assistance or have any questions please contact us to discuss the best solution.

All the Benefits Might Surprise You!

Mention off-grid living, and most people think of “roughing it.” But today, an off-grid lifestyle can include every convenience of modern living, thanks to the versatility and efficiency of propane. Surprised by hearing that? Propane is clean-burning and abundant, making it a cost-effective home energy solution that can help lower energy bills—that means whether you’re living on- or off-grid.

Building in a remote location can be desirable for all kinds of reasons, but then, connecting to electric and natural gas can cost thousands of dollars. Propane, however, can be safely stored right on your property, in a tank. Combined with other alternative and renewable energy sources like solar, propane can transform off-grid living from extreme to extremely comfortable! Here’s how:

Propane is an Energy Efficient Fuel Source

Propane generates more Btus than an equivalent amount of electricity, so you need much less propane to produce the exact same amount of heat or energy. Also, propane appliances themselves are very efficient, which means they waste very little fuel in the combustion process.

The Versatility of Propane is Unrivaled

In addition to heating, propane is extremely efficient for powering a wide variety of appliances. When it comes to cooking, most chefs prefer the control that comes with a gas range. And propane water heaters generate much more hot water at a cheaper cost per gallon. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, homes that heat water with propane rather than electricity can see average annual savings of $174.

The same technology that makes propane ideal for water heaters makes it a smarter choice than electricity to power all kinds of appliances that use hot water or heat, such as:

• Clothes washers and dryers
• Dishwashers
• Outdoor lighting
• Patio heaters
• Pool and spa-tub heaters
• Outdoor grills

Propane Offers Great Reliability

For off-grid living, a propane-powered whole house generator provides the reliability and security other people get from the grid. A generator will kick on seamlessly when your solar or wind power is depleted. There’s no glitchy flickering, no brownouts.

Looking for a Cleaner and Greener Fuel? Choose Propane!

When it comes to environmental impact, propane gas is a good choice. It burns cleanly and produces minimal emissions. Propane also doesn’t harm soil or groundwater—an important factor in determining whether a fuel is “green.” Propane is also an American energy source. About 90% of the United States’ supply of propane is domestically generated. Most of it comes from the processing of natural gas.

Whether you’re interested in using propane for an off-grid property in Texas or New Mexico, or just want to add a backup generator to your propane-fueled home system, the pros at Pico Propane and Fuels can answer all your questions and help find you the perfect home solution. Contact us today for more information!

Ensure Your Comfort and Save on Energy Costs!

It’s likely that many folks—both young and old—grew up with a manual thermostat in their home. In most of these cases, folks remember a little white box on the wall that looked like a tiny radio or a kitchen timer. Turn it up, turn it down, and the temperature in your home would adjust. Easy enough—except when you forget to turn down the heat or the AC while you’re out for the day and end up paying for a whole lot of warm or cool air you didn’t use.

Nowadays there are far better options on the table. Programmable thermostats use a timer to let you set different temperatures on a daily or weekly schedule. If you’re schedule doesn’t change much, or you’re willing to keep up with the task of programming, these can automatically adjust your thermostat to help you save money on heating and cooling costs. They’re relatively inexpensive, and slightly better looking than the manual units.

Smart thermostats take this technology to the next level!

Smart thermostats are designed to learn your heating and cooling habits, creating a schedule that matches them. Some even connect with your home automation system like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, so you all you do is ask to turn up the heat.

Additionally, wireless connectivity lets you check your thermostat settings and your home’s temperature from anywhere, using an app on your phone or tablet. Forgot to turn on the vacation setting for your central air conditioning? No problem! Use your phone to do it while waiting in the security line at the airport.

Smart thermostats—Nest and Ecobee are popular brands—can cost a bit more than a basic programable version. However, they can be a great investment, offering significant savings when used properly over even just a few months’ time. In many instances, there are even rebates available on smart thermostats that can help you save up front, too.

At the end of the day, here’s the key reasons smart thermostats are the smartest choice for controlling your home heating and cooling:

1. Smart Meters Help You Save Money

Reducing energy use is the best way to combat high heating and cooling bills.

By “teaching” a smart thermostat to lower the heat when you leave the house and turn it back up in time to make the house comfortable by the time you to get home, you may be able to cut your heating and cooling costs by 10%, according to the United States Department of Energy. The savings you’ll enjoy will quickly offset the cost.

2. Smart Thermostats Give You More Comfort

Old manual thermostats can vary by as much as five degrees between the temperature you set on your thermostat and the temperature of the air in your home. That makes a big difference not only in comfort but in energy costs, as each degree difference can raise your heating or cooling costs by up to 2%. Smart thermostats are much more precise, with only a half-degree difference. The temperature you set is the temperature you get!

3. Smart Thermostats Protect Your Equipment

Constantly running your heat or air conditioning, or manually making extreme temperature adjustments, like you might when you come home to a very hot or cold house, adds stress to your HVAC system. Over time, this can cause breakdowns and ultimately shorten its lifespan. By using your smart thermostat to change your heat or air conditioning automatically, it will adjust gradually, taking pressure off your HVAC system and helping it last longer.

Looking for other ways to save energy and keep fuel costs down? Talk to us about the savings you can see from a high-efficiency water heater—while getting virtually unlimited hot water.

Additionally, if you’re looking for a new fuel supplier this season, look no further than us! Pico Propane and Fuels provides local homes and businesses across Texas and New Mexico with all things propane—and so much more, from underground and above-ground tank installations to reliable deliveries of propane, commercial fuels, oils, and lubricants, plus wholesale supply and commercials services. Coupled with top-quality customer service, we’re the company you can keep for life!

Let Pico Be Your Partner for all Your Commercial Fuel Needs

From agriculture to warehouses, and from construction to hospitality, businesses large and small count on us for the gasoline and diesel fuels, as well as propane, they need to get their operations moving forward.

What’s more? They know we provide the same superb and attentive service to our commercial accounts as to our residential clients. At Pico Propane and Fuels, we’re proud of our commercial partnerships that support businesses throughout Texas and New Mexico!

Why Choose Pico?

We understand how delivery of quality wholesale diesel fuel can be critical to the success of your business. That’s why we’re committed to providing easy ordering and on-time deliveries so you can keep your focus on your business and your fleets on the road. On-road and off-road fueling services are convenient and dependable for trucking, construction and farm equipment needs.

Do you operate a fleet of service vehicles that use diesel fuel? Our on-site fueling and bulk delivery service will save you time and money, compared to the cost of dispatching your fleet to an off-site gas station for fill-ups. We deliver on-road diesel fuel to construction companies, trucking companies and many other businesses with a fleet of vehicles.

If you operate a construction company or other business that has diesel-powered equipment, or a farm running tractors or other farm equipment, and you’re currently buying on-road diesel from a gas station for your off-road equipment, you are paying unnecessary taxes. With the ultra-low sulfur dyed diesel that we deliver for off-road vehicles and equipment, there’s no federal excise tax—and you may be eligible for state excise tax refunds.

Beyond Businesses

Our commercial fueling services are designed to work for all kinds of clients. School districts and municipalities need diesel fuels and gasoline for school buses, fire trucks, police cars, ambulances, trucks and equipment for road repairs, commercial mowers and equipment for maintenance of parks and public spaces, transit buses, shuttle buses, paratransit buses and more.

Our experts can assess your needs and help you plan, schedule and manage your fuel deliveries. We’ll also help you track your fuel usage to reduce waste and improve efficiency. And we can work with you to plan a fueling station right at your business or job site.

Our commercial division also includes propane for a wide range of businesses, including fueling for forklifts and industrial uses, as well as for restaurants and hospitality.

Whether your Texas or New Mexico-based business needs propane, diesel, oils, or lubricants, you can count on the dependability and expertise of Pico Propane & Fuels to get the job done! Contact us today to learn more about our available commercial services and how they can improve your bottom line.

Learn About Your Water Heating Equipment, Available Options, and More!

Do you lose sleep at night thinking about your anode rod? Probably not—you may not even know what it is! But if you have a “traditional” tanked-style water heater in your home, it should be known that the anode rod is the hero that protects your tank from corrosion.

Further, you should think about checking it—and likely replacing it—at least every few years. After all, corrosion is one of the main culprits that can cause your water heater tank to rust, develop leaks, and eventually fail. Ensuring the health of the anode rod is the best way to prevent that.

What Exactly is an Anode Rod?

But what’s an anode rod exactly? It’s a steel core wire surrounded with aluminum, magnesium or zinc that mounts inside your water heater tank and draws the corrosion process to itself rather than the tank lining. If the rod remains intact, your water heater tank will largely be protected from rusting. Eventually, however, the anode rod will degrade to the point that it will no longer protect your tank.

Typically, an anode rod will last at least a few years, but it can depend on factors such as your water’s acidity and how much water you use. If you use a water softener, it can reduce the lifespan of your anode rod by more than half. Regular maintenance is a good way to keep track of your anode rod and if it needs to be replaced. That’s one way to protect yourself from water-heater repairs.

Upgrading to a Tankless Water Heater

If you don’t want to think about your anode rod, consider upgrading the benefits of upgrading to a tankless water heater! Because there’s no tank, there’s no need to worry about corrosion or rust, so there’s no need for an anode rod from the onset.

Tankless water heaters have countless other advantages too. They can help cut your water heating costs by nearly 40 percent, without depriving you of hot water for your shower, bath, washing machine, or dishwasher. That’s because tankless water heaters give you endless hot water—whenever you want it. Tankless water heaters use an electric pilot and a hot propane flame to heat water instantly on-demand. There’s no tank, so it can’t hit empty!

Want to learn more about the benefits of a tankless water heater? No matter if you’re a builder, architect, remodeler, or homeowner, our staff will thoroughly discuss with you what you’re looking for so you can find the best option for your needs, and your budget. We offer several different models from top-name brands like Rinnai and Navien! Enjoy energy efficiency and all the hot water you need with a new water heater. Contact us today to get started. 

Going All-In on Electric Power Isn’t as Green as It Seems

After a year of higher highs and lower lows—not to mention the increased threat of hurricanes along our coast—it’s hard to argue that extreme weather is a rare occurrence. The reality is that these varying weather occurrences and their repercussions affect our daily lives long after they’ve passed through.

In line with that, we’re hearing more and more about initiatives to completely convert to electric-powered home equipment, which has been subsequently promoted as the key to combating climate change. But after Uri exposed the weakness of our electric grid system last winter, it’s clear that electrification may not be the one-size fits all solution.

Here’s why propane is a better alternative both environmentally and economically for residents of Texas and New Mexico.

Propane Burns Cleaner

One of the selling points of electricity is that it has “zero” emissions. In fact, the generation of electricity is the second-largest creator of greenhouse gases in the United States. That’s because most of our electricity supply is generated by coal-fired power plants. Only the transportation sector creates more greenhouse gases. More than 63% of our electricity comes from burning fossil fuels, mostly coal and natural gas.

Propane, on the other hand, is far more clean burning, generating nearly zero emissions. Propane is also a nontoxic, nonpoisonous fuel that burns cleaner than other fuels. Additionally, propane will not create an environmental hazard in the event of a spill or leak.

Now, there’s an even “greener” type of propane on the horizon. Renewable propane is made from sustainable sources—most commonly animal fats and vegetable oils. Much like other biofuels, it has a very small carbon footprint and requires no new or special equipment to be used.

Propane Offers Reliability and Versatility

If you run your home with propane and the electricity goes out, you still have options at your disposal. Needless to say, those with electric appliances can’t say the same. Your home will stay warm and comfortable thanks to your supply of propane stored right on your property, in a propane tank that’s kept full with prompt, reliable deliveries.

During our hot summer seasons, a propane-powered whole-house backup generator will keep your air conditioner running through an outage, as much a matter of life and death here in Texas as heat can be in colder climates. And of course, it will power your lights and other necessities. You’ll be able to keep food safely cold or frozen, electronics running, the home security system on, and more! All from the supply of propane already on your property. No queuing for gasoline to run a portable generator, and no need for reliance on a natural gas pipeline, either.

Converting to All-Electric Power is Expensive

For starters, complicated electric conversion regulations cost everyday landlords, businesses, and homeowners a lot of money, while leaving them at risk for loss of power. When it comes to your wallet, consider that it costs more to heat your home with electricity. The average cost of a heat pump conversion varies depending on the home’s existing heat source. However, research shows that whether you use oil, propane, natural gas, a wood stove, or even existing electric heating, the conversion cost remains above $16,000.

What’s worse? Electric heat takes much longer to reach a comfortable temperature and can struggle to maintain it—driving up your energy usage even further.

The Bottom Line

There is a range of factors to consider when choosing the energy source for your home heating and supplemental appliances, including cost, efficiency, dependability and more. And with new industry standards created to help consumers and the environment, choosing the cheapest option is not always the recommended option. You can feel comfortable choosing propane-powered appliances because they will not only provide added efficiency, but they’ll also keep your house running and your family comfortable all while helping the environment.

Thinking about making the switch to propane? The pros at Pico Propane and Fuels can make it easy! We’re happy to answer all your questions and explain the benefits of converting your Texas home to propane. Contact us today for mor information.

3 Key Benefits of Investing in Backup Power

There are plenty of reasons we’re happy to have 2021 in the rearview mirror, and the power outages brought on by winter storm Uri are one memory we don’t want to relive. Those catastrophic blackouts accompanied by historic low temperatures tragically resulted in more than 200 deaths here in Texas, and while extreme weather was the trigger, an ill-prepared power grid contributed to the devastation.

Even if Uri was a 100-year event, Texas and Southwestern Louisiana are regularly threatened by hurricanes, and as weather patterns continue to be unpredictable, we’re seeing more tornado activity, as well as extremely high and low temperatures. That means it’s more important than ever to be sure you’re prepared for more frequent or extended outages. Here’s why a whole-house propane generator is the smartest investment to protect your home and family.

1. Boost the Value of Your Home

Sure, a portable generator is less expensive out of the box, but it can cost you a lot more in the long run. Just keeping it full during an extended outage will add up quickly, not to mention potentially having to wait on long lines for more fuel.

On the other hand, according to Consumer Reports, a properly installed whole-house generator can increase the value of your home by as much as 5%. That’s a great return on your investment, even before you even have reason to use it.

2. It Will Save You Money

A power outage lasting anything more than an hour or two can quickly shift from inconvenience to crisis—and an expensive one, too. A whole-house generator will help you save money, even before the power goes out. Here’s how.

• Lower home insurance costs. Many insurance plans will offer discounts on your homeowner’s insurance plan if you install a standby generator. That’s because, like a security system, a generator helps protect your property.
• Replacing your food. Refrigerated food can start to go bad after only four hours without power. And that’s if you don’t open the fridge. Frozen food can last a little longer. With a standby generator, your food is safe—and you don’t have to worry about lines at stores to get supplies, nor the cost of replacing the contents of your refrigerator or freezer.
• Depending on the cause of the outage, “camping” at home may not be an option. The cost of a hotel room—if you can find one—is another expense you avoid with a standby generator.
• If more record lows lead to frozen and burst pipes, the repairs can cost up to $10,000—or more. And you may also need to remediate mold if there’s extensive water damage. A whole-house generator can prevent those expenses.

3. Peace of Mind is Priceless

As an investment, a whole house generator makes a lot of sense. Knowing your home and loved ones will be safe, even if you aren’t home when the power goes out, is priceless. With a portable generator, someone strong needs to wrestle the unit out of the garage and get it set up and started, messing with fuel, possibly in the dark or in treacherous conditions. With a standby generator, as soon as the power from the grid goes out, your unit turns on automatically—and without damaging your home’s electronic equipment or appliances.

• Security systems protect your property even if no one is home.
• Medical equipment keeps running.
• Heat or air conditioning, water, lights, stove and refrigerator mean you can shelter in place.

Even if we don’t see another winter storm like Uri for decades, it exposed the weakness of our local grid system. Our area is prone to extreme heat in summer, not to mention the threat of hurricanes along our coastlines. The pros at Pico Propane and Fuels can help you determine the best size generator for your home, your needs and your budget—as well as answer all your questions.

Contact us today for more information. We’re standing by and ready to help!

Stay Safe—and Comfortable—All Season Long with These Tips

No matter whether you’re prepping your home for the winter months in Portland, ME, or right here in the heart of Texas, home heating is essential to keeping you and your loved ones comfortable all season long. When heating your home, you will want to consider the potential risks that could damage your home—and learn what you can do to prevent them.

For that, we have some winter season home heating home safety tips you should know, as gathered, and originally presented, by our friends at Redfin.

Get a Combustion Test Done… Annually!

Homes that have gas-fired furnaces should have a combustion test performed once a year by a licensed professional. This test will ensure that carbon monoxide is not leaking into the air you breathe inside of your house. This is very important because carbon monoxide is odorless and can kill you in your sleep. Also, installing carbon monoxide detectors can also warn you if carbon monoxide levels are getting too high inside of your home. – Artisan Home Services

Make Sure You Have a Working HRV or ERV System

We recommend two main things when it comes to ventilation:

1. Make sure hazardous conditions do not exist within your ducts or ventilation. This includes blockages, moisture issues/leaks which can lead to mold growth, and vent/duct damage or leaks that can cause inefficiency in the system.
2. Currently, homes are now more efficient and are built “tighter” to preserve climate control. While this overall presents a positive effect, it can be bad for indoor air quality. It is important to make sure homeowners have a working HRV or ERV system to ensure fresh air is consistently rotating stale air out and fresh air into the home.

– Platinum Air Care

Keep Up with Regular Maintenance Protocols

Regular maintenance of heating equipment and carbon monoxide detectors is the key to safety.

One of the most important safety tips to remember is to have your furnace or boiler professionally serviced every year. An annual tune-up and inspection for your heating system will help technicians detect early signs of trouble that can lead to safety risks and other issues down the road. Experts estimate that up to 75 percent of no-heat calls in the winter are related to a lack of maintenance.

Improperly maintained, your furnace or boiler can suddenly stop working, leaving your family needing emergency service on the coldest day of the year.

Although heating oil poses a very low risk of carbon monoxide leaks, they are possible in an improperly maintained or malfunctioning heating system. Make sure to test all safety devices, including smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.

An estimated 500 people die each year, and 15,000 people are taken to emergency rooms, due to carbon monoxide exposure. Carbon monoxide alarms protect your family from breathing in harmful fumes. Also, not maintaining your furnace causes it to run less efficiently, makes it work even harder, and therefore increases your monthly energy bills. – Levco

Be Mindful of Your Oven

Heat food—not your home—with your oven. Your oven is designed for cooking, not winter heating. Not only can your oven catch fire if not used properly or for an extended period, but it can also create dangerous and deadly carbon monoxide. – vipHomeLink  

Be Cautious When Using Propane

While propane has an outstanding safety record, there are some key propane safety best practices you need to follow when heating your home this season. Make sure you know the distinct smell of propane gas—it smells like rotten eggs—so you can better detect signs of a leak.

If you are utilizing a propane-powered space heater, never leave it unattended while it is in operation, and ensure there is a clearance of at least three feet around your heater to help prevent the risk of fires. Finally, it is essential that everyone in your household can identify and shut off the propane supply from the tank in case of an emergency. – Pico Propane and Fuels

Have questions about propane—or home heating—safety? Reach out to Pico Propane and Fuels today. We’ll be glad to help.

Pico Propane and Fuels’ Forklift Cylinder Exchange is Your Smart Solution!

Construction companies. Warehouses. Distribution centers. Those are just a few of the countless businesses that rely on forklifts every day to keep their operations moving in smooth order. Whether it’s getting merchandise off trucks and onto shelves or moving building materials quickly and efficiently around worksites, forklifts are essential. And many of these businesses have discovered the advantages of using propane to fuel their forklift fleets.

What’s more? Businesses across Texas and New Mexico rely on the experts at Pico Propane & Fuels for propane forklift cylinder exchange services. Let us put that experience to work for you!

Why Choose Propane Forklifts?

Power. Unlike electric forklifts, propane-powered ones will operate at 100% power so long as there’s propane in the cylinder. Electric forklifts lose power as the battery drains. And when it’s out of power, it can take eight hours—or longer—to recharge. With a propane forklift, refueling takes minutes. All your employees must do is replace the empty cylinder with a full one, and the forklift is right back on the job. Propane-powered forklifts also perform better at handling heavier loads and are more capable when it comes to inclines.

Cost-effectiveness. Faster refueling means less downtime. Plus, Pico provides bulk propane delivery with volume discounts, making propane even more affordable. Charging stations for electric forklifts take up space and require large up-front investments. Propane-fueled forklifts also require less maintenance and downtime for repairs than gasoline or diesel-powered ones.

Safety. Propane forklifts are safe to use both indoors and outside. Gasoline-powered forklifts cannot be operated indoors, and electric forklifts are inefficient outdoors and can’t operate in wet conditions. That’s why the best option for top performance indoors or out is a propane forklift!

Environmental friendliness. Propane forklifts emit dramatically fewer greenhouse gases than gasoline-powered forklifts. In the rare event of a propane leak, there’s no environmental damage. Meanwhile, about 40% of the country’s electricity generation comes from coal-fired power plants, making electric forklifts not as “green” as people may think they are.

Powering Far More than Just Forklifts!

Propane’s versatility is a plus on your job site. In addition to forklifts, it can be used to power just about any piece of equipment on your construction site, including:

• Welding Equipment
• Commercial Mowers
• Asphalt Heaters
• Concrete Grinders, Saws, Polishers, Trowels, and Dust Extractors
• Pressure Washers
• Small Cranes
• Water Pumps
• Floor Buffers

Looking to convert any of your existing appliances or systems to run on propane gas? Talk to us. We’ll see how we can help—and point you to the proper solution no matter the case.

How to Get Started on a Cylinder Exchange Solution

Once we get in touch, our pros will evaluate your business’s needs for propane forklift cylinders and give you a quote for a customized cylinder exchange program. With our no-charge lease program, we’ll set up sturdy, safe storage cages for your cylinders. We thoroughly train your workers in the safe handling of propane cylinders. You’ll get the cylinders you need when you need them.

Contact us today to learn about how our propane forklift cylinder exchange can help your local business this season—and into countless seasons ahead.

Get Peace Of Mind With Tank Monitoring from Pico Propane and Fuels!

Propane does so much for your home.

• It provides even, efficient home heating.
• It provides hot water with dramatically better energy efficiency than comparable electric models.
• You can cook like a pro on a propane gas range or outdoor grill.
• A propane fireplace or gas logs give you cozy comfort in seconds.
• Your home is kept safe and comfortable with a propane whole-house backup generator.

But to enjoy all these amenities, you need a supply of propane. That means keeping an eye on your propane tank gauge levels, then, contacting Pico to schedule a delivery.

However, life can get busy…especially around the holidays. Checking your propane tank gauge may get inadvertently dropped from your to-do list. If that happens, you could be facing running low on—or running out of—propane, which can bring about both added hassle and expense of an emergency propane delivery.

However, Pico Propane has a solution: Wireless propane tank monitoring!

Here are three benefits of enrolling in Pico’s wireless propane tank monitoring for your Texas or New Mexico-based residence:

1. No Work, No Worries!

A wireless propane tank monitor from Pico Propane and Fuels makes having propane in your home completely effortless. You don’t have to go outside in rain or cold to check on your propane levels. Worries of forgetting to check are eliminated. Our monitors can utilize both wireless and cellular technology to let us know precisely—in real-time—how much propane is in your tank. When it gets to a set level, we are immediately notified and schedule your next delivery. You don’t have to lift a finger! You also don’t have to worry about timing either because you get priority scheduling.

2. Check Your Tank from Anywhere

Do you want to know how much propane you have? Don’t bother heading outside! You can find out from the comfort of your couch by using the handy mobile app, which you can download to your smartphone from either the Apple Store or Google Play.

3. Ideal for Multiple Properties

Do you own income properties? Or perhaps you have a vacation home—or are managing the propane supply for your elderly parents. Wireless tank monitoring ensures that all those properties will always have propane they need—and that you can always be on top of their delivery schedules!

Never worry about your propane supply again. Contact us to add wireless propane tank monitoring to your home’s propane tank—enrolling is easy and can be done in as little as five minutes! Give us a call today. We’ll be happy to help.

Locally Selling and Installing Propane-Powered Appliances in Boerne, Spring Branch, and Nearby Communities.

If you’re in the Hill Country north of San Antonio and looking to add propane appliances to your home, Pico Propane and Fuels is here to help with our showroom in Bergheim, TX, located at 843 Highway 46! Our new showroom location provides local purchase and installation services.

Pico’s showroom offers propane appliances of outstanding quality from leading manufacturers like Generac, Rinnai, Bertazzoni, Hestan, Navien, DaVinci Custom Fireplaces, Grand Canyon Gas Logs, and many more!

You can browse and get information and advice from our propane appliance experts. Once you make your selection, our trained and experienced service technicians provide installation, maintenance, and repair services. We’ll take care of you from start to finish—and well beyond!

Propane Appliances Provide Efficiency, Comfort, and More!

Water Heaters. Water heating accounts for 20% of the energy usage in your home. Propane’s efficiency is dramatically better than electricity’s, something you will notice in your energy costs from day one. In fact, a propane tankless water heater can cut your water heating energy costs by 30% or more!

Propane Ranges. There are reasons that restaurant and celebrity chefs cook with gas. It provides precise, on-a-dime temperature control no electric range can match. That precision and speed can make the difference between a juicy steak and boot leather. The heat in a propane oven is moister than an electric one, helping to keep the holiday roast juicy.

Grills. Propane is widely used in grills in the United States, with around 80% of them relying on it. There are several excellent reasons for this! Propane is simple to use, convenient, clean-burning, and doesn’t require the same amount of effort or dirty cleanup as grilling with charcoal. Our showroom offers top-quality grills in a range of sizes, with features including side burners, smoker boxes, rotisseries, and more!

Patio Heaters. Enjoy dining al fresco or nighttime cocktails outside even when there’s a chill in the air with the convenience of a propane patio heater—perfect for helping create a comfy, cozy backyard oasis.

Firepits and Fire Bowls. Create a perfect spot to hang out with family and friends, or a place to relax with a beer after work, with a stylish propane fire pit or fire bowl that becomes a centerpiece in your backyard.

Gas Fireplaces and Gas Logs. Get the cozy comfort of a fire in the fireplace without a bit of work. Just push a button and relax with your favorite beverage and a good book!

Generators. Portable generators are great for small power needs, like for a workshop or shed. Want to provide security and comfort for your whole home? A propane whole-house backup generator keeps the lights on, the food safely cold, home medical equipment operating, and electronics charged.

Are You a Local Builder or Contractor?

Undertaking a new home build or renovation? We provide services for you, too. Our equipment professionals will thoroughly go over the needs for your project and can make sure you have the best propane appliances for it—all at great prices.

Come on over to our Bergheim showroom today to see our outstanding selection of propane appliances—and learn more about how they can make life in your home so much better.

Pico Propane and Fuels is one of Texas and New Mexico’s top resources for propane appliances—and our team of professionals is ready to help you discover all the benefits of expanding your use of propane at home! Come visit our showroom to learn more or contact us to request additional details about our product offerings.

Energy Costs Have Risen Across the Board

Even as some aspects of daily life are inching back towards normal, the pandemic has greatly disrupted the supply chain. It’s been on the news, as many of you are probably well-aware. Goods are bottlenecked and supplies are out of whack with demand.

Similar problems—compounded by destructive storms along the Gulf Coast—are causing volatility in prices for nearly every energy source including heating oil, propane, natural gas, and electricity. You’ve likely noticed prices inching up at the gas pump, and propane prices are at their highest levels since 2014.

Understanding the Moving Market

In the early days of the pandemic, fuel prices plummeted because of decreased demand. The industry—and Wall Street—is still trying to recover. One way they are doing that is by keeping supplies tight and prices high. Read more about the factors that are driving today’s energy market in the article linked here.

We know how painful these higher prices can be for our customers. Truthfully, It’s painful for us as well. It’s important to remember that we don’t profit when prices are higher. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Think about when food prices increase. Your local grocery store isn’t profiting off those higher prices. If anyone’s profiting, it’s the big corporations and Wall Street investors behind the scenes.

What’s Behind Propane Prices

Propane is manufactured from commodities that are bought and sold on the global market—mainly natural gas. That’s why propane prices can fluctuate unpredictably based on a variety of factors:

• Supply and Demand. If it’s a long, cold winter, prices will rise. The increase in propane exports to meet global demand can influence our national supply. Propane prices also vary based on the season and production and inventory levels. That’s why it’s smart to have us to fill your propane tank in the late spring and early summer months, when demand typically ebbs.
• Proximity. The price of propane will nearly always be lower the closer you live to a major distribution center—our locations here in the Southern Texas and New Mexico markets means we get a bit of a break compared to folks in other areas of the country.
• Current Events. Oil spills, pipeline failures, ransomware attacks, geopolitical conflicts and instability in the Middle East, and OPEC production levels are all examples of things that can impact what you pay for your propane. The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly disrupted the supply chain for many industries in the U.S., including propane.

Ways to Help You Save

We understand how these propane price increases can present challenges for you. While we can’t control propane prices, we can help you find a high-efficiency water heater that can help you lower energy costs by as much as 40%. We can also help you take advantage of generous rebates and incentives on new equipment to help you save even further now—and well into the future.

If you are having trouble with your bills, let us know before you fall behind. We’ll work with you. You can also find help from Texas’ Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program or New Mexico’s Low Income Energy Assistance Program.

Trust Pico Propane and Fuels to Come Through for You!

We’ve been in business for many years and have deep roots in the communities we service. We have secure access to supply. We are doing everything possible to ensure we can deliver—even if other companies cannot—no matter the cost or difficulty we face. We thank you for your understanding and we appreciate your loyalty. As we’ve done quite a few times in the past, we will get through these tough times by all working together.

We Provide Expert Propane Solutions for Builders, Developers, and More!

When folks drive by a new residential development here in Texas or New Mexico, they may not realize the sheer complexity of the process it takes to bring it all to life. There are so many moving parts to these projects, including the multiple planning stages, financing, building, and all the different professionals involved like builders, tradespeople, and more.

What else might not be initially realized? The fact that propane can power that whole community! Pico Propane and Fuels is the go-to, full-service provider who make your project not only easier, but more successful by leveraging our propane expertise for community systems.

Why Choose Pico Propane and Fuels?

Pico Propane has extensive experience working in community developments. We understand the needs of both our developers, and builders. We uphold the highest standards for safety and quality, so you know our work will meet or exceed any government standards or regulations.

We also are one of the biggest propane companies in the Southwest, with a large supply network along with an outstanding and efficient delivery system. With Pico, you’ll have everything you need when it comes to propane and your community system established.

Why Choose Propane?

In an ultra-competitive real estate market, your development needs to offer homebuyers what they want. But you also must consider your costs in doing so. With propane, you can stand out with homebuyers—all while keeping your costs under control.

House hunters today want all the amenities that gas appliances bring to a home, such as efficient home and water heating, and the precise and instant temperature control that a gas range or cooktop provides.

If your development is not near a natural gas utility’s supply, adding natural gas lines may be prohibitively expensive. It also locks homeowners into a singular utility who supplies their gas.

Installing propane tanks for your community on the other hand is much more cost-effective, and Pico is here to help with every stage of that process.

Propane also gives you an opportunity for upselling your properties. For example:

• Homebuyers can choose a propane tankless water heater instead of a conventional storage water heater.
• Amenities like pool and spa heaters can be added.
• Outdoor living can be upgraded with grills and outdoor fireplaces and firepits connected to the home’s propane supply, so no cylinders are needed.

Put the knowledge and experience of Pico Propane and Fuels to work for your next community system project. Get in touch with us today to get started—we’re standing by, and ready to help.

Join Our Team of Outstanding Professionals

At Pico Propane and Fuels, we are committed to providing responsive, courteous, and reliable services to our customers. And we want people who will share that commitment to join our team!

Working for Pico offers you many of the things that people are looking for, whether you’re just starting out or looking to make a post-pandemic career change.

You’ll make competitive wages from Day 1, whether you work in propane delivery, fuel transport, equipment service, or customer service. Wherever you start, the opportunities for professional advancement are plentiful.

Other advantages of working for Pico Propane and Fuels include:

• Insurance Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• A Safe and Respectful Workplace

We currently have several openings all around our service area of Texas and New Mexico. Our current open positions include: *

Service Technician/Fuel Delivery Driver in Carlsbad, NM. With our business expanding into New Mexico, we’re offering an opportunity for a fuel delivery driver who will also be involved in installing, maintaining, and repairing propane appliances. Candidates hired can receive a $1,000 bonus!

Service Technician, Odessa, TX. This position is for someone with the knowledge and skill to install, maintain, and repair propane appliances. There will also be propane delivery involved once certified. Candidates hired can receive a $1,000 bonus!

Dual Transport Driver, San Antonio (South), TX. Are you a road warrior with a Class A CDL license with hazmat endorsements and necessary certifications from the Texas Railroad Commission? You’ll be loading, hauling, and delivering fuels and equipment to Pico locations.

Fuel Delivery Driver/Service Technician, Kenedy, TX. You’ll be providing propane, refined fuel, oil, and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) deliveries, as well as performing installation, maintenance, and repair of propane appliances.

Customer Service Representative, Boerne, TX. Are you a problem-solver and a service-oriented person? You might be a great fit for this job as a liaison between Pico and our customers! You’ll help our customers by answering questions, providing information about our products and services, resolving complaints, collecting, and entering orders for deliveries, products, and services, and more.

Fuel Delivery Driver/Service Technician (CDL), Alvin, TX. You’ll be delivering propane and refined fuels to our customers in the Alvin area. You will also be performing installation, maintenance, and repair of propane appliances.

Propane Bobtail Delivery Driver (CDL), Carrizo Springs, TX. In this job, you’ll be delivering propane and refined fuels to our residential and commercial customers in the Carrizo Springs area. You’ll need a Class A or B CDL license with hazmat and tanker endorsements.

Fuel Dispenser, Weslaco, TX. If you want a solid start in the fuel business, you’ll get it as a dispenser. You’ll be performing a wide range of general labor tasks such as lifting and moving materials, dispensing fuel to customers, servicing propane tanks, and more.

Fuel Delivery Driver, Carrizo Springs, TX. You’ll be providing propane, refined fuel, oil, and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) deliveries. You must have a CDL A or B with hazmat and tanker endorsements. 

Check out Pico Propane and Fuels to see our latest job postings—and to find out if you’re a good fit with us. We think you’ll like what you see!

* Open positions listed are subject to timing and current availability. Please visit the Pico Propane and Fuels website at the link here to view all active listings.

A Special Thank You to Our Veterans at Pico Propane and Fuels

Regional Manager of South Texas Jeff Singh and Plant Manager of Del Rio and Uvalde Terry Skaggs led a team together years before joining the Pico Propane and Fuels family.

They first crossed paths at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri and then later reconnected at Fort Hood in Texas. Jeff, who served in the military for a total of 27 years, and Terry, who served for 21 years, began their friendship at the basic combat training unit. Together, they helped 5,000 people transition from civilians to soldiers. Jeff was the company’s first sergeant and Terry was the senior drill sergeant.

As their military careers took different turns, they remained in close contact. “Ultimately, we stayed in touch because we had a friendship,” said Terry. “We would get together on the weekends when we could.” Their families even developed a close relationship.

Eventually, Jeff retired from the military and began his career at Pico Propane and Fuels. “It is a great culture because our senior leaders are very supportive of our veterans,” said Jeff. He started heavily recruiting Terry to join the team – confident it would be a great fit.

“When Jeff retired, he would call me twice a week to get me to come onto Pico,” said Terry. “One day, I said, ‘Fine – I’m ready,’ and the rest is history.”
They’ve shared many experiences over the years, including the transition back to the civilian world. In addition to their leadership positions at Pico Propane and Fuels, they also use their skills and experience to serve their local communities.

“One thing about Terry and me – and it’s just a part of who we are – is giving back to our community,” said Jeff. Terry serves as the chapter treasurer of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA®) 23-5, which is designed to bring combat veterans back together through camaraderie and the thrill of motorcycles. “It’s about helping other combat veterans through donations of goods and our time,” said Terry. “We will go rebuild a house or just sit down and break bread together.”

Jeff and Terry’s military background has profoundly shaped them into the exceptional leaders and men they are today. Pico Propane and Fuels is proud to have them leading our teams and supporting our South Texas communities.

Today, we honor and thank all veterans for the sacrifices you have made for our freedom!

Pico Propane and Fuels Can Help You Answer That Question!

If you’re building a new home, converting your home to propane, or adding propane appliances to your home here in the Texas or New Mexico area, that puts you in the market for a propane tank.

Pico Propane and Fuels makes it easy to get started on adding a propane tank to your property. From the beginning, we offer knowledgeable, quality service—and our team of professionals will start by determining what size propane tank you’ll need.

Determining the Proper Tank Size

When it comes to propane, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution—in fact, we take several factors into account, such as how you use propane, the square footage of your home, and how many propane-powered appliances you have.

We’ll also ask if you plan on adding propane appliances, expanding the footprint of your home or small business operation in the future as that too impacts the size tank you’ll need. Here’s a summary of standard propane tank sizes and the needs they meet so you have an idea of what you’ll likely need:

60-Gallon Tanks. This smaller tank is for people who only use propane for one supplemental appliance in their home, like a propane-powered range, space heater, or a fireplace.

120-Gallon Tank. If you use propane for two appliances such as a cooktop or clothes dryer, this size tank is likely sufficient for those uses.

250-Gallon Tanks. This size tank holds enough propane for people who have three or more propane appliances, such as stoves, clothes dryers, water heaters, space heaters, and fireplaces. If you have a small home, this may work for whole house heating as well, depending on the square footage.

320- and 500-Gallon Tanks. Larger or multifamily homes that use propane for home heating and other appliances will need one of these sizes to provide adequate heating throughout the home and appliances therein.

1,000-Gallon Tanks. These tanks are most used in commercial applications. However, if you have a very large home and use high-BTU appliances such as a pool heater, propane backup generator and more, you may need this size tank.

Once we’ve determined what size propane tank you need, our propane tank service technicians will expertly install your new tank to meet all regulations and safety standards. What’s better? Our affordable propane tank leasing takes the work and expense of having a propane tank off your shoulders. We handle all the maintenance and repairs so long as we’re your propane provider!

A Propane Tank Installation is Just the Beginning

Once your propane tank is installed, Pico Propane and Fuels provides the most reliable propane delivery service around. Our Keep-Full automatic propane delivery allows us to accurately calculate when you’ll need more propane, and get it to you before you run low—without you having to do a thing!

Additionally, our wireless propane tank monitoring gives you precise, to-the-gallon control of your propane supply. We’ll know your propane tank gauge levels in real-time and get an alert when you need a propane delivery. Within the convenient, user-friendly mobile app, you’ll always know exactly how much propane you have, no matter the time or location! Wireless tank monitoring is ideal for people who travel frequently, live elsewhere for extended periods, have erratic propane usage, or utilize a second property as a rental.

Pico Propane and Fuels is the leading full-service propane company in Texas and New Mexico. Become a customer today and get the quality service you deserve.

Utilizing Propane Has Definitive Benefits vs Other Fuel Sources

Let’s cut right to the chase here: propane gas releases far less harmful carbon emissions than other fuels. Compared to electricity, propane cuts greenhouse gas emissions by about 43%, and even more so when squared off against other fossil fuel alternatives.

How is this possible? Propane burns cleanly because of its combustion process, activating when it meets oxygen, so there are no other chemicals involved. Propane also generates a lot of heat, making it ideal for home furnaces—as well as its other wide array of uses, from cooktops to water heaters, patio heating to fireplaces. What’s more? It produces less waste than other fuels, such as gasoline.

Learning About Renewable Propane

Renewable propane—or sometimes referred to as “bio-propane”—is also on the horizon. It’s a non-fossil fuel produced from 100% renewable raw materials, which are commonly inexpensive and abundant feedstock like animal fat, algae, and cooking oil.

Because it’s produced from renewable, raw materials, it has an even lower carbon intensity than conventional propane and is far cleaner than other energy sources. It’s the same C3H8 molecule but created as a byproduct of other processes, not through conventional oil or gas drilling. Bio-propane is well established in Europe and building momentum in the U.S., too! For example, several U-Haul sites in Southern California and propane suppliers along the West Coast are supplying the fuel to commercial and school bus fleets, pushing to replace conventional fuels with cleaner options. Using renewable propane can even further reduce our carbon footprint.

The Near-Zero Solution

Renewable propane is playing a major role in the transportation industry’s future and is a key part of America’s energy strategy. ROUSH CleanTech’s propane auto-gas engines can operate on renewable propane —with NO modifications. The company was the first to develop an ultra-low NOx engine for renewable propane that brings emission levels to near-zero, per the California Resources Board.

The EPA’s Renewable Fuel Standards and CARB’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard include renewable propane to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. No new carbon is added to the atmosphere with renewable propane. When used from raw used cooking oil, it has an average carbon intensity score of 30, while conventional propane scores 83, diesel 95, and gasoline 96.

Ever-Growing Supply

Many companies in the U.S. and around the globe are creating renewable propane technology. Worldwide production capacity at 15 processing plants (including three in the U.S.) is about 100 million gallons a year and growing, according to the World LP Gas Association. Renewable propane is already available in states with stricter low-carbon standards. The Propane Education & Research Council is committed to a bright future.

We’re Here for ALL Your Home Propane Needs!

So, should you convert your home from electric heat to propane gas? It’s not a difficult task to convert when you have the experts at Pico Propane & Fuels who can help you through the process—it’s basically a no-brainer! Reach out to us today to get start. No hassles, no obligations.

Looking for more information about how propane’s carbon emissions stack up against other fuels, or additional details on home heating fuels or heating equipment? Contact us today! We’ll be happy to help.

A Volatile Market Could Drive Fuel Prices Even Higher This Season

With unexpectedly higher demand and devastating hurricanes harming production, oil prices have just recently reached their highest mark in the last three years. Analysts predict that a cold winter—along with a surge of travel over the holiday season—should only increase prices even higher.

In fact, oil prices have risen about 10% over the past month alone as Hurricanes Ida and Nicholas ripped through the Southeast and stopped production in the Gulf of Mexico—as well as Louisiana—for weeks. The shutdowns canceled the impact of modest production spikes from international suppliers this summer. Analysts from Goldman Sachs called Ida the “most bullish hurricane” for oil prices in U.S. history.

Propane is Also Directly Affected by These Situations

Homeowners who bank on propane for heating could face the most expensive winter in years, as more spikes are expected. Propane prices have risen almost 60% this year in Mont Belvieu, Texas, the key U.S. trading hub, in the face of high overseas demand and less production.

Higher exports and the spike in demand from petrochemical producers are making it more difficult for propane suppliers to replenish their stockpiles as winter approaches. The inventories of propane are about 20% under the five-year autumn average, according to data from the Energy Information Administration.

“Will-Call” Customers Should Be Prepared

If you’re a customer who owns their tank outright—and traditionally phones in their order when you notice your gauges are low—it might be time for you to reexamine delivery schedules for this winter, and to also replenish your tanks as soon as possible. Pico Propane and Fuels’ Keep-Full automatic delivery puts you on a controllable schedule that enables better prediction of costs of your home heating fuel, allowing for more efficient budgeting.

When you’re a Keep-Full customer, you know when and how much of your fuel is on the way. Also, your delivery costs are made much more consistent, you don’t have to shell out extra service fees, and you will know your typical usage—all of which enable better planning. 

Secure Your Supply with Pico Propane and Fuels

At Pico Propane and Fuels, we do our best to keep our propane prices as low as possible. One way we do that is by ensuring a reliable supply of propane, so we are not caught short and need to buy a lot of propane when prices spike upward. Here are some of the ways that we do this.

• Our long, dependable track record. We aren’t some fly-by-night, one-truck discounter. Our 35 years+ in business gives us the knowledge and experience to know how to respond to price volatility in the energy markets.
• We have plenty of propane storage. We have the resources to keep a steady and reliable supply of propane on-hand. We have long, solid relationships with our supply vendors, too. Being able to store large quantities of propane allows us to better manage price spikes and avoid passing on the full cost of these increases to our customers.
• We have a large delivery fleet. Thanks to multiple propane delivery trucks, we can provide efficient service, which helps keep our overhead costs down. Our Keep-Full plan lets us streamline each day’s deliveries so we can serve the most customers each day while still being able to be responsive if a customer needs an emergency delivery.

Additionally, if you ever find yourself struggling to pay your Pico Propane and Fuels bill, we’re here to help. Get in touch with us quickly so we can help you come up with a solution. Our region also has low-income energy assistance (LIHEAP) programs available. Don’t let fear or pride stop you from making sure you and your family are warm, safe, and comfortable this winter.

Call us today for your next fill-up—we’ll get you familiar with our available options regarding billing, delivery, and additional heating system services!

Discover Some of the Rising Trends in the Market—and How Propane Plays a Pivotal Role!

The real estate market has been red hot this year—and you may even be getting in on it yourself! We’ve seen more and more consumers choosing to move out-of-state for a new job, downsizing, or taking advantage of remote work to live where you want to be. Here in Texas and New Mexico, we’ve welcomed countless new residents into our local area in the past eight months alone!

What’s more? If you’ve invested in a propane-powered home, it was a great move! Propane is an efficient, versatile energy source that can make your home more pleasant and comfortable all year long. And with reliable propane delivery from Pico Propane and Fuels, you’ll always have the propane supply you need. We offer propane tank installation and leasing, wireless propane tank monitoring, and installation and service of high-quality, high-efficiency propane appliances so you can make the most of having propane in your home!

Rising Trends Across the Housing Market

While this holds true for areas like Texas and New Mexico, the largest increase in propane consumption comes from consumers in the Northeast—who have been moving away from traditional fuel oil and converting from electric power for years now. Estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau show that, between 2012 and 2017, the eight states and federal districts with the highest percentage growth in the number of occupied housing units in which the most-used heating fuel is in the “bottled, tank, or LP gas” category are in the New England and Central Atlantic regions.

The eight states and federal districts are Rhode Island (+40.4%), Maine (+37.5%), Connecticut (+29.1%), Massachusetts (+27.9%), New York (+20.2%), District of Columbia (+19.8%), New Hampshire (+17.0%), and Pennsylvania (+15.9%). Two other states in those regions also saw gains: Vermont (+8.1%), and Maryland (+5.9%).

Comfort and Efficiency for the Win

Why are people choosing propane, you ask? Propane is an efficient and cost-effective way to heat your home. Propane heating systems today reach efficiency levels of nearly 98%. That means for every dollar you spend on propane to heat your home, a total of 98 cents goes towards heating and only two cents are lost in combustion. Conversely, electric heating systems have a capacity for about 65% to 70% efficiency. Propane is not only more efficient, but it also warms your home faster than any electrical heater ever could.

That’s only the beginning of how propane will make the quality of life in your home better. Propane water heaters consume less energy and are more efficient than electric water heaters. By lowering your water heating power costs by up to 40%, propane gas water heaters are an excellent investment for homes. If you install a propane tankless water heater, not only will your savings increase further, but you’ll also be able to enjoy limitless hot water—right on-demand!

Additionally, you get cozy comfort at the push of a button with a propane fireplace or fireplace insert.

A propane whole-house backup generator keeps your home safe and comfortable during power outages—something that has become even more valuable with the recent failures in Texas’ electrical utility grid. With propane, you’ll be able to the lights on, the refrigerator running, the home security system operating, electronics and phones charged, and more!

A propane range can take your cooking to the next level, with precise, immediate temperature control and even cooking.

Make laundry day less of a chore with a propane clothes dryer. They help get your laundry dry 25% faster, with less wear and fewer wrinkles.

Texans love outdoor living, and that’s another area where propane shines brightest! Propane grills give you fast, precise temperature adjustments that you won’t find with charcoal, as well as ease and convenience. Even if it’s chilly outside, you can still enjoy your back yard thanks to propane deck and patio heaters. Fireplaces and firepits are a great place to spend time with family or friends, or on your own at the end of a long day. Pool and spa heaters that use propane not only let you enjoy your pool and spa longer, but they get your pool warm in the fraction of the time of electric pool and spa heaters.

Build Better with Propane!

If you’re a builder or contractor, using propane can make your projects more successful and profitable.

Thanks to propane-powered temporary heating equipment, weather won’t put the breaks on work being done. It also helps thaw ground, and make sure that paint, stucco, drywall mud, and concrete cure properly. Propane generators provide power for jobsites.

Using propane for many appliances in the homes you build makes them more attractive to homebuyers, which can mean faster sales and bigger profits. You can also benefit from the Propane Education Research Council’s (PERC) Propane Construction Incentive Program.

Whether you’re building a home or buying one, Pico Propane and Fuels can help you make the most of it with our expert propane delivery and services. Contact us to learn more about what we can do for you!

There’s no place like home—especially in your backyard—amid the scents of a freshly barbecued feast, or within the warmth of a crackling fire pit or comforting patio heater, surrounded by family, friends, and laughs. If these are the exact scenarios you’re longing for this upcoming season, Pico Propane & Fuels is here to make it happen!

Our New Showroom Has It All!

If you live in Texas, you well know that spending time in the great outdoors is one of the area’s major perks. As we’ve already mentioned, what better place to start relishing the outdoors than your own backyard? It’s why Pico Propane & Fuels is thrilled to announce the opening of our propane appliance showroom, where you can find dazzling outdoor living appliances like standalone and built-in propane grills, fire pits, and patio heaters and more to enhance your backyard spaces!

Opening on Thursday, October 14th, you can stop by and see us at 843 State Highway 46 E, Bergheim, TX 78004. You can also give us a call at 844-427-7426 to hear about our full selection of propane-powered products! We’ll also offer a propane cylinder exchange and refills right nearby, too.

Unable to make it opening day? Let’s get you familiar with all we have to offer:

Thrill of the Propane Grill

An argument can be made that most foods are made better by an open fire, and we can help you get there without the mess and hassle of a charcoal grill—whether it’s with a freestanding or built-in unit. Propane grills are easy to start, heat up swiftly, and hold a steady temperature. Propane systems also offer the chef flexibility, with their multi-zone and indirect heat options. Do you find the cleanup a drag? With propane, all you need to do is give the grill a quick grate scrub and you’re all set.

Propane units also boast versatility with accessories, with everything from side burners to storage drawers. You’ll be master of your outdoor kitchen, and you’ll also save a few bucks on your home utility bills, too!

S’mores by the Firepit

Propane firepits are an essential piece to your backyard nirvana. Nothing beats the warmth of sitting around with family and friends without the hassles of lighting a fire, the messy cleanup of soot and ash, fretting over embers landing in the yard, and worse. Additionally, it’s well-known that wood-burning fire pits are also not great for the environment—or your health. Trees absorb a variety of man-made air pollutants, resulting in a release of concentrated toxins when the wood is burned.

But at the flip of a switch, you have a real flame with real warmth, and when you’re done, shutoff is just as easy! Propane units also save you space in your yard. There’s no need for that big old woodpile taking up prime real estate. Propane fire pits are also available in a variety of shapes and styles, with the opportunity to add a little zen to your backyard.

Propane Water Heaters Keep the Hot Water Flowing

Hot water is essential for our daily living and comfort. From hot showers in the morning to those relaxing baths before bed, from washing your clothes to doing the dishes, a reliable supply of hot water just makes your life easier—and today’s tankless propane water heaters deliver on that need—on-demand—while offering dependability, value, and greener solutions you will love!

We carry a line of top-quality Rinnai and Navien products, giving you the benefit of some of America’s top appliance brands paired with our world-class service!

Stay Safe with a Propane-Powered Backup Generator

Whether the cause is a hurricane, thunderstorm, ice storm, or downed power lines when you lose power at your home, it’s not only inconvenient, but it can also be hazardous. But if you and your family are stuck in the dark, you don’t have to stay there long when you have a propane-powered, whole-house backup generator from Generac installed by the equipment experts at Pico!

While portable propane generators are fine for some things, a propane whole-house generator does much more, with better safety and efficiency! More appliances, electronics, and equipment are powered, meaning that you can live comfortably through the outage.

Warm Up on the Patio

Finally, patio heaters can warm a cool buzz in the air by up to 30 degrees, allowing you and your family or guests to warmly, comfortably relish better times in your outdoor space.

Pico Propane and Fuels is one of the Boerne area’s top resources for propane appliances—and our team of professionals is ready to help you discover all the benefits of expanding your use of propane at your nearby home! To learn more, contact us and request additional details about our available product offerings and service territory.