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A payment plan for uncertain times…

A Payment Plan For Uncertain Times

Posted: May 4, 2020

If spring of 2020 has shown us anything so far, it’s that we live in uncertain times – and during uncertain times, even a little predictability can make your life a little easier and less stressful. That’s where a heating fuel payment plan from Rand Wade Oil comes in. If you pay for your propane or […]

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Spring: A Great Time For A Heating Tune-up

Posted: April 20, 2020

When many people consider springtime maintenance for their home comfort systems, their thoughts often turn to their home cooling system. But spring is actually the perfect time to get your heating system maintenance out of the way, too. After working hard all winter to keep your family warm, your furnace or boiler is ready for […]

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The Propane Or Electric Appliance Choice

Posted: March 23, 2020

Propane gas is one of the most powerful fuels around – one reason why it is used to heat homes throughout North Carolina. But what sets propane apart from many other home energy options is that it combines that power with versatility. Much like electricity, propane can be used to run just about appliance – except […]

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What Kind Of Propane Tank Do I Need?

Posted: February 17, 2020

Choosing a propane tank is one of the first decisions you will have to make for your propane-powered home – but it’s also one of the most important. To make the options a little clearer for you, here is a short guide to three important things you’ll need to consider when it comes time to choose […]

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Tips for winter propane grilling

Propane Grilling: 6 Tips for Cooking During Winter

Posted: January 20, 2020

Most people think of grilling as something to do in the summer – but why limit all that flame-broiled deliciousness to one season?

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How Much Propane Will I Use This Winter?

Posted: December 16, 2019

Winter can be a time of uncertainty, especially when it comes to heating bills. In fact, one of the questions we get asked most here at Rand Wade is “how much propane can I expect to use this winter?” The truth is, that’s not an easy question to answer – mostly because there are so […]

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Read This Before Buying A Propane-powered Home!

Posted: November 18, 2019

If you’re thinking about buying a home that’s powered by propane, congratulations – we think you’re making a smart investment. But before you buy, it’s important to ask the seller some important questions that you wouldn’t have to consider when buying a home that uses heating oil, electricity or natural gas as an energy source. […]

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Delivering Propane To Fountain, Macclesfield, Old Sparta and Crisp!

Posted: October 21, 2019

Reliable propane deliveries and propane equipment service in Fountain, Macclesfield, Old Sparta and Crisp, NC! At Rand Wade oil, we’ve been committed to providing superior customer service since we opened our doors in Eastern North Carolina 48 years ago. In fact, that commitment to caring is the number one reason you should become a Rand […]

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What is a gas log set?

Posted: September 23, 2019

If you love your wood-burning fireplace but don’t use it as often as you’d like to because it’s just too much work to set up and clean up, we’ve got a perfect solution for you: a propane gas log set. Offering real flames and realistic detailing that will harken back to the hearth you know […]

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Is a tankless water heater worth it?

Posted: August 19, 2019

Why should you pay to re-heat the water in your home? That’s the question that the first generation of tankless water heater designers asked themselves back in the 1930s – and it’s the same question that informs the designs of today’s super-efficient and sophisticated propane-fired models. Rather than storing hot water in a tank (where […]

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