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How do I choose a whole house propane backup generator?

How To Choose A Whole House Propane Backup Generator

September 29, 2020

With severe weather becoming more common these days, power outages have become a threat in every season here in New York State. In fact, power outages happen nearly twice as often as they did 10 …

Ready for the cold? Schedule your heating tune-up!

Schedule Your Heating Tune-Up: Be Ready For The Cold

September 21, 2020

With weather as unpredictable as it is these days, it’s important to be prepared for anything. The best way to do that? Get a heating system tune-up every year. Why yearly maintenance? While routine heating system maintenance is …

Fuel pricing basics: How should I pay for my propane or heating oil?

Fuel Pricing Basics: Paying For Propane Or Heating Oil

September 14, 2020

When it comes to choosing how to buy your propane or heating oil, it pays to be informed about your options so you can choose the one that works best for you. Three Fuel Pricing Options Propane …

Whole house generators: A backup plan for peace of mind

Whole House Generators Are For Your Peace of Mind

September 7, 2020

Severe weather can strike any time of year in the Hudson Valley – and with that severe weather can come inconvenient – or even dangerous – power outages. One of the best ways to minimize the impact …

The System 2000: A different kind of boiler

The System 2000: A Different Kind Of Boiler

August 24, 2020

You’ve probably seen the yellow sticker on your boiler, but chances are you haven’t paid it much mind in the past. The truth is, that sticker is kind of important, because it includes your boiler’s AFUE …

Propane: A fuel with many uses

Propane: A Fuel With Many Uses

August 18, 2020

If you think propane is only for grilling, you’re missing the boat on one of the most versatile fuels around. Clean, green propane can be used to power just about any appliance inside or outside your …

Summer propane safety

Summer Propane Safety For Your Home

August 10, 2020

Propane gas is one of the safest fuels around – but that doesn’t mean you can take propane safety for granted when using it this summer. Here are five safety tips for your propane-powered home: Have your …

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Welcome to the New Downey Energy Website!

July 1, 2020

We’ve upgraded to improve your experience When Jeremiah V. Downey founded what is now Downey Energy, in 1917, most customers got in touch by mail or in person. A few may have called on the telephone, …