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It's a question many folks have asked. And, a question that's been answered quite well. Because millions worldwide are using propane to make their lives more comfortable. Of course, that's not surprising. After all, the advantages of propane are tough to beat. Propane is an environmentally friendly choice you can make today. Because propane burns cleaner, works harder, and operates smarter, choosing propane means you can help reduce greenhouse emissions, save energy, and protect the environment.  Visit UsePropane.com for more.

Clean - propane is clean burning and non-toxic

Reliable - propane works when and where other energy sources don't

Good value - propane can offer significant savings over the alternatives

Safe - propane has built-in safety properties along with stringent safety regulations

You can count on Capital Energy Co. to take care of all your home heating, water heating and cooking needs via propane.  Capital Energy Co. serves the central Missouri area. As one of the few locally owned and operated propane companies in central Missouri, Capital Energy Co. is able to provide you with the best service available – the service you deserve.
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU, AS OUR CUSTOMER:
  » You will never run out of gas.
  » You’ll have options to provide protection from volatile prices.
  » All information regarding your bill will be explained clearly; there will never be any surprises or hidden costs.
  » We will treat your property as if it’s our own; we’ll leave your property as neat and clean as we found it.
  » The tank in your yard will be well maintained in both function and appearance.

NPGA has developed a comprehensive maintenance program called GAS Check® (Gas Appliance System Check), in which trained technicians inspect propane systems and appliances in homes to ensure they are running safely and efficiently. The program also educates homeowners on the proper maintenance of propane appliances and how to handle propane safely.

Yes. Propane is stored in portable tanks, so it can be used in areas beyond the natural gas mains. When used in vehicles, propane is also easily replenished and refuels at 10 gallons to 12 gallons per minute, similar to gasoline. More than 10,000 propane refueling sites are available across the country.

No. Propane is an approved, alternative clean fuel listed in the 1990 Clean Air Act and the National Energy Policy Act of 1992. Propane is one of the cleanest burning of all alternative fuels; new propane-fueled vehicles can meet the very tough Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) standards, and one model even meets the Super Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) standards. Propane is also nontoxic, so it’s not harmful to soil or water.