Written on: October 27, 2025
If you’ve been thinking about adding more propane appliances to your home, there’s no better time than now. Upgrading from older electric models to modern, efficient propane systems can make your North Penn home warmer, your energy bills lower, and your life easier—especially once winter arrives.
Here are five propane-powered upgrades that can boost comfort and efficiency throughout your home.
Say goodbye to cold showers and high utility bills. Whether you choose a traditional storage tank model or a tankless on-demand system, a propane water heater gives you an abundant and reliable hot water supply.
Propane water heaters heat water twice as fast as electric models and deliver exceptional efficiency. Homeowners can save up to 60% on energy costs with a tankless propane water heater that delivers endless hot water on demand.
These units also take up less space and offer precise temperature control—so you’ll always have the perfect water temperature for showers, laundry, or dishes. With flexible sizing and installation options, propane water heaters fit comfortably into just about any home.
Imagine the cozy glow of a fire—without hauling logs, scooping ashes, or dealing with smoke. A propane fireplace gives you all the warmth and ambiance of a wood fire at about one-third the cost and with double the heating power.
Many modern propane fireplaces continue to work even during a power outage, providing both comfort and peace of mind. Converting an existing wood-burning fireplace to a clean-burning propane insert is an easy upgrade that brings big benefits:
With the touch of a button, you can enjoy a warm, inviting fire anytime—no chimney sweeping required.
If you love to cook, this upgrade will make a big difference. A propane stove or cooktop offers precise, instant temperature control that electric ranges can’t match. You’ll notice faster heating, better responsiveness, and more even cooking results—whether you’re simmering soup or searing steaks.
Propane ovens and cooktops are also more cost-efficient to use than electric models, giving you professional performance without the high energy bills. It’s no wonder so many chefs prefer cooking with gas!
Want to save time and money on laundry? A propane clothes dryer can cut your drying costs in half while treating your clothes more gently. Propane dryers heat up quickly and produce moist heat that helps prevent fabric damage, fading, or shrinking.
They also include moisture-sensing controls that automatically shut off the dryer once clothes reach your chosen dryness level, helping you save energy and extend the life of your wardrobe. Whether you’re tackling a week’s worth of laundry or just a few items, a propane dryer delivers fast, efficient results.
Need a little extra warmth in hard-to-heat areas of your home? Propane space heaters are a safe, efficient way to supplement your central heating system. They warm up spaces quickly and cost less to run than electric space heaters.
Choose from portable, wall-mounted, forced-air, or radiant models to suit your needs. Propane space heaters are perfect for garages, basements, sunrooms, or any room that needs a comfort boost when temperatures drop.
Walton’s makes it easy to enjoy all the benefits of propane. If you’re already a Walton’s heating oil customer, you can simplify your bills by combining propane and oil service into one convenient monthly statement—and you’ll qualify for a special dual-fuel rate to add to your savings.
Not a Walton propane customer yet? There’s never been a better time to switch. Sign up today and get a FREE gas leak test—and in some cases, even a FREE tank swap.
For more than a century, families in North Penn have trusted Walton’s for dependable heating fuel delivery, expert service, and personal customer care. We proudly serve Lansdale, New Britain, Abington, Norristown, Warminster, Warrington, Horsham, West Norriton, and nearby towns in Montgomery and Bucks counties.
When you choose Walton’s, you’re choosing a company that’s always here for you—because whatever you need, we’ll take care of it!
