Your trusty old gasoline generator is popular for a reason. Affordable, easy to find, compact and running on regular gasoline, there’s a lot to be said for this old workhorse. But for many users, a propane generator might actually make more sense. When you consider fuel and maintenance costs, environmental impact and the possibility
On July 9th, Foster Fuels Inc. attended the Change of Command ceremony for Colonel Ronald J. Ross in Houston, Texas. Ross, who worked with Foster Fuels during Hurricane Sandy thanked the company for their service during the superstorm and recognized Foster Fuels employee and Emergency Response Manager, Will Rohrig with the Humanitarian Service Award. “It
Proper barbecue grill maintenance seems obvious to many of us. There’s nothing less appetizing then seeing dried, burnt food on a grill when you’re about to cook a juicy steak, fresh fish or tasty vegetables. But there’s a lot more to proper propane grill maintenance than keeping the cooking surface clean. When the nice
Our Military Roots Foster Fuels has a long history of customers and employees that have served in the United States military including our founder, L.H. Foster Sr. and his son, L.H. Foster Jr. - L.H. Sr. served in WWI and L.H. Jr. served in WWII. During his service, L.H. Foster Jr. lost half of
If you’re a recreational vehicle fan, you may have heard about the different ways propane can make your RV a more comfortable and enjoyable place to spend time. Many devices can be purchased or converted to run on propane for your convenience. From your cooktop to your refrigerator to your heater, propane is becoming
When the nice weather hits, your first reaction is to get the grill out from the garage and fire it up for the first grilling of the season. While it’s tempting, taking some time to ensure your grill is safe — especially the first time you use it each season — is worth the
Imported vs. domestic beer. Hamburgers vs. hotdogs. Charcoal vs. propane. The summertime barbecue debates are endless, but it’s that last one that can really spark conversation. Everyone has an opinion on which type of grill is best, with some swearing by the appeal of traditional charcoal and others preferring the simplicity of a gas
BROOKNEAL, VA – Watt R. Foster, Jr., owner and CEO of Foster Fuels, Inc., awarded over $10,000 dollars in scholarships to graduating seniors at the local high school William Campbell. Jennifer Foster, Watt Foster Jr.’s wife attended the graduation to personally award each scholarship to the triumphant students that met or exceeded the academic
If you haven’t heard of propane lawn mowers, these robust and economical mowers are gaining in popularity. Thanks to the portability, ease-of-use and clean-burning nature of propane, these modern lawn mowers are a smart choice for personal and professional buyers alike. Let’s walk through the many benefits of propane lawn mowers vs. gas lawn
Foster Fuels has worked with hundreds of companies and families in central and southern Virginia providing residential, commercial, agricultural, transport and emergency fuel services for more than 100 years. Recently we found old memorabilia, vintage receipts, and ticket invoices dating back decades. We know that we would not be where we are today without
