What Home Appliances Can I Power with Propane?


Propane can power more than you might think

Propane is a versatile energy source that powers many everyday home appliances. Propane can support everything from heating your home and cooking dinner to keeping the lights on during a storm.

Want to maximize your propane usage?

Here are some propane-powered appliances to consider for your next upgrade:

Home Heating Systems

Heating your home is one of the most common uses of propane. Propane furnaces produce warmer air than traditional heat pumps, which is vital if you live in colder climates or want to stay warm during the colder months in southern climates.

You can also use propane for direct-vent wall heaters or space heaters in basements, garages or detached structures, like sheds or barns.

Water Heaters

According to the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane tankless water heaters can reduce energy costs by up to 50 percent compared to other models. That adds up to big savings considering that water heating is the second-largest energy use in most U.S. homes.

Tankless propane water heaters are popular for larger households or homes with luxury bathrooms that demand consistent hot water. These systems heat water as needed, so you don’t need to pull energy from your propane tank unless you plan to use it.

Cooking Appliances

Propane offers instant, responsive heat, making it a favorite among professional and home chefs. Propane-powered stoves and ovens give you precise control over your cooking temperatures.

Propane also powers outdoor cooking equipment, such as built-in grills. Hire a professional to ensure the pressure is compatible and to check the connection and fittings. If it’s compatible, your residential propane tank can save you time and money from continuously replacing a smaller portable grill tank.

Clothes Dryers

Traditional clothes dryers require a lot of heat and energy to operate. Switching to a propane-powered clothes dryer can cut dry time in half—with less static cling and wrinkles.

Energy savings from switching to a propane dryer can add up for large households that do laundry regularly. With an existing propane supply, you can install propane dryers in nearly any home.

Fireplaces and Space Heating

Home heating is a must during cold winter months. A propane fireplace provides efficient zone heating, where you can warm only the most-used rooms. Many units can be controlled with a remote or thermostat.

Propane space heaters come in many styles, including free-standing and wall-mounted options. This might be a good idea if you have rooms or areas that are hard to keep warm and need an extra unit for those spaces.

Backup Generators

Power outages can happen anytime—usually without warning. In the past, one in four households reported losing power at some point during the year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Roughly 70% said the outage lasted 6 hours or more.

A propane-powered standby generator can keep essential appliances running. That means you and your family don’t go without during a storm. Unlike gasoline, propane is non-toxic, so it won’t contaminate soil or ground water, according to PERC.

Outdoor Appliances

Fixed residential propane systems can power outdoor kitchens, patio heaters, pool and spa heaters, fire pits and gas lighting.

You won’t need portable cylinders by running these appliances off your main propane tank. Instead, you’ll get consistent, uninterrupted operation.

Whether building a new home or upgrading your current one, propane-powered appliances offer savings, reliability and versatility. Propane can power nearly every part of your home. If you’re looking to boost comfort while keeping energy costs in check, propane is a smart, scalable solution worth exploring.