Over 14 million homes in the U.S. rely on propane for heat. While that number is small compared to electricity, it’s growing. In fact, more people are realizing the benefits that come with switching their home over to propane. Despite this, there are still misconceptions about it, which unfortunately means
In the petroleum business, techniques and equipment are always changing. For nearly 95 years, Foster Fuels has worked hard to stay up-to-date on the latest training for all of our employees, equipping them with the knowledge and skill to best serve our local community. In our latest training, employees Darrell St. John and Evan
At Foster Fuels our goal is to provide you with excellent customer service and deliver your fuel in a safe and timely manner. However, when customers choose not to be placed on Auto Fill they are responsible for monitoring their tanks and contacting us when they need a refill. Learning how to read your
No matter what industry you’re in, making smart decisions about your energy use is essential to your bottom line. There is no shortage of reasons why propane makes an excellent choice for your business. It’s cleaner burning and more efficient than other fuel sources, making propane the perfect choice for anyone concerned about the
On Monday, January 26th 2015 our Emergency Response Team traveled north to assist customers impacted by winter storm Juno. With support from their 24-hour office staff, team members traveled a total of 12,000 miles to provide aid to mission critical customers. Their team met the needs of customers in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and
During the winter months, the weather can be unpredictable. That's why smart homeowners invest in a backup power source when the weather gets a little out of hand. In the event of an emergency or during a power outage, a standby generator serves as a reliable source to keep the power running and your
Winter Weather Propane System Preparation Let it Snow! At Foster Fuels, we absolutely love the winter season – everything around our offices is colorful, festive, and most of all, warm. With winter right around the corner, however, some of the most common questions we hear from our customers are regarding preparation for snow and
DLA Awards Foster Fuels, Inc. Superior Supplier Award 2014 – Gold BROOKNEAL, Va. – On December 10, 2014, Defense Logistic Agency announced Foster Fuels, Inc. as a recipient of the gold Superior Supplier Award for 2014. 40 suppliers from across the world were selected as finalists and then ranked as bronze, silver, or gold
The Night Before Christmas - Foster Fuels Revised Version Written by Edith Bomar Twas that night, right at Christmas, It was cold, I recall. Our house, was near freezing, No movement at all! Stockings were hung, by the chimney with care, hoping Fosters GasTruck, soon would be there! My children were shivering, all cold in
Even though the birthday of the fireplace is unknown, they have been used for over thousands of years, beginning during the Stone Age as simple dug out holes. In earlier times, the fireplace was a necessity, serving as the hub and main heat source for the home and was relied on for cooking and
