Bradley Fry of R P Gas Piping Named Top Young Business Owner
The Arizona Republic’s annual list of 35 Arizona Entrepreneurs 35 and Under included Bradley A. Fry, owner of R P Gas Piping. The gas pipe company is a division of Fry’s R P Companies that also includes utility construction and excavation divisions. This year’s honor was bestowed on October 27, 2011, and is described as a, “list of the state’s top young business owners.” R P Gas Piping provides gas line solutions to all needs, from homeowner to business to commercial installations. Natural gas and propane gas, gas line installations, gas line...
read moreThe Difference between Standby Generators and Backup Generators
In our on-going series to answer questions about generators, this article will focus on the difference between standby generators and backup generators, as well as their use and effectiveness in Arizona. Both standby generators and backup generators can be useful in a power outage and the specific needs of your home or business should be considered. Standby Generators A standby generator is designed to automatically provide electricity during a power outage. It is permanently installed at the home or place of business. The system – in standby...
read moreEverything You Need to Know about Standby Generators and Backup Generators
Discussions about generators can be heard more often now. Homeowners and business owners see the sensibility in the option to provide their own power when needed, free from dependence on the utility services of municipalities. At RP Gas, we have been helping Phoenix, Arizona, homeowners and business owners understand the use of standby generators and backup generators, and how to make the right decision for their needs. To help other folks in Arizona, we have put together a series of blogs that cover the most frequently asked questions about...
read moreBackup Generators are Gaining in Popularity
Recent national and world events have changed the way many Americans plan for the future. We had been a nation of people who took for granted our electric, natural gas, and water supplies. Now we realize that the municipalities we rely on have budget and safety struggles of their own. We discovered that the best defense is a good offense, and we realized that adding a backup generator could help us look after our own families and businesses in those moments when nature threatens to overwhelm the utilities. In Arizona, backup generators...
read moreBargain Hunting for Gas Line Installation is a Bad Idea
When a tough economic period lingers on as this one has, many consumers feel pinched beyond what they can bear. They put off doing maintenance, repairs, and additions hoping to feel less stretched later on. Or worse, if the repair absolutely cannot wait, they choose the lowest priced bid that they receive. When it comes to gas line piping, gas plumbing, and gas appliances, choosing the lowest bid can lead to disaster. Often the lowest bids come from unlicensed and unqualified contractors. Natural gas and propane gas storage, usage, and...
read moreThe Right Green Energy Choice: Propane
“Going green” with your energy choices means looking for environmentally friendly solutions that are also affordable and dependable. The environmental advantages of propane gas make this an especially good fuel choice that also offers cost savings. The energy industry considers propane gas and propane storage tanks to be one of the most dependable and safe fuel supply methods available today. And the future supply of propane gas is projected to be plentiful for generations to come. When building, remodeling, or upgrading a home or business...
read moreThe Beauty of Fire Glass in Fire Features
There is a new level of art designed to give your natural gas fire a gorgeous modern flair. Fireglass, or fire glass, is specially formulated glass crystals for use in natural gas and propane gas fireplaces, fire pits, and fire features.
read moreMake Sure Your Gas Pipe Lines Are Properly Inspected and Permitted
Gas pipe line installations require current permits and inspection by municipal authorities. This ensures that the natural gas line or propane gas line installation is properly completed and complies with all codes. In addition to a proper initial installation for gas line plumbing, routine inspections and maintenance are crucial. All metallic gas lines will corrode based on the natural elements such as water, exterior exposure, improper installation, coating being scraped or nicked during installation, or proper precautions not being...
read moreAdding a Gas Pool Heater to Your Swimming Pool
Swimming pools can be enjoyed year round in Arizona, and this is especially true if a gas swimming pool heater is installed. Gas pool heaters can keep the water at a comfortable swimming temperature as the air gets chilly, extending the swimming season indefinitely.
read morePropane Backup Generators are a Strong Choice
From Northeast snowstorms to Midwest tornados to California rolling blackouts, there are many circumstances where owning a backup generator makes a great deal of sense. In Arizona’s widely varied terrain some areas have blizzards, triple digit heat waves, or flash floods. A backup generator to maintain services for your business, home and family can save lives as well as provide comfort.
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