As you are no doubt aware, winter weather is really descending in our neck of the woods. It’s not just New York that’s affected either. A quick look at the news shows that it’s widespread and that in many instances, it’s worse than we thought it could be. The New York Times notes that it’s a storm that is “notable for a steep drop in atmospheric pressure that prompted some forecasters to [...]
When the new year rolls around, people are much more open to change. Countless people make resolutions to improve the quality of their life or their health, only to fail. Why do people abandon their resolutions, and what can they do to reach their goals? No Follow-Through If you decide to lose weight this year, you’ll have to change your diet and eating habits and start exercising. You can make all the [...]
With New Year’s Eve quickly approaching, you may be preparing to attend a party to imbibe in beverages and watch the ball drop on TV. Worldwide, a variety of different traditions exist to celebrate the new year. Although you may be familiar with some of the existing traditions where you live, you may remain unaware of the traditions in other parts of the world. How do different parts of the country and [...]
As the year comes to an end, we hope that you’ve experienced a wonderful holiday season with your family. Full of excitement and celebrations big and small, the holidays often fly by in the blink of an eye. It seems like only yesterday that we were doling out advice for cooking on propane grills. Now we’re encouraging you to celebrate New Year’s Eve in front of your propane fireplace with your closest [...]
Where did 2017 go? Here at DiSanto Propane, it seems as if the year flew by, and we’re counting our blessings. There’s no better way to end the year than by celebrating with your closest friends in front of your propane fireplace. Why not throw a New Year’s Eve party at your place this year? You’ll avoid the long lines and exorbitant prices of celebrating at the local clubs or restaurants and [...]
For many of us, the holiday season provides us with time to spend with our family members. Although you love your family dearly, you all have a tendency to push each other's buttons rather quickly. Of course, tensions arise when families spend hours together in small spaces, so how can you avoid adding to any drama? Our propane company recommends that you avoid discussing these topics: Medical Procedures Nobody wants to hear [...]
For those of you who love to decorate, the holiday season is particularly exciting because you can entirely transform your decor, adding just the right amount of Christmas cheer. Others may not have a knack or a passion for decorating their homes, but you can still make your home look festive without too much work. Start by decorating your propane fireplace mantle. Here are some helpful tips: Hang Stockings Christmas stockings are [...]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? The holiday season can be jam-packed with activities and family time, which is both exhilarating and stressful. Not only are you shopping for a variety of different family members, you also have to prepare your home for guests. If you are traveling to see family, you have to deal with crowded airports and inconvenient delays. Luckily, you have a perfectly good propane hot [...]
In our last blog, we discussed some ways to save money on your propane heating bills this year. Especially in an area as cold as upstate New York, warming your home can be quite expensive. We’ve provided some other useful tips to help keep you warm this winter without blowing a ton of money on energy expenses. Try Our Stable Propane Pricing Plan Throughout the year, propane prices fluctuate, and they’ll cost [...]
Now that Old Man Winter’s knocking at your door, you’ll regularly run your propane heater to stay warm. Temperatures drop quickly here in upstate New York, causing your utility bills to skyrocket. You want to stay as comfortable as possible without racking up high energy costs. What are some steps you can take to reduce your heating bills? Door Snakes Don’t let heat escape through drafty doors. If you can spot daylight [...]
