Are you a homeowner or business owner here in the Hickory, NC area that receives a propane bill? Oftentimes it can be difficult or downright impossible to understand how your bill is broken down and what any fees and taxes are for. Our team here at Bumgarner Propane is always looking out for our customers, and that’s why we put together this handy guide to help you better understand your propane bill.
Some Examples of Common Fees on Your Propane Bill
Let’s take a closer look at what charges you will see on your propane bill and how Bumgarner Propane provides transparent pricing to our customers. Remember that you can view your propane bill anytime in our customer portal:
Compliance Fee
When you receive a propane delivery, you may notice a compliance fee—which is also often referred to as HAZMAT (Hazardous Materials) fee—listed on your invoice. This is a fee that all propane suppliers charge because it covers the costs associated with the safe handling, transportation, and storage of hazardous materials like propane and help ensure that propane is transported and stored safely and in compliance with regulations.
Fees For Special Deliveries
Let’s say you require a propane delivery on short notice or in an emergency. If this is the case, you may be charged an additional “after hours” or “special delivery” fee. The best way to avoid such fees is to enroll in automatic delivery, which ensures you always have propane when you need it.
Tank Pick-Up/Early End of Contract
If you choose to end your propane delivery contract early, your propane company may charge an early termination and/or tank pick-up fee. This is standard in the propane industry and in many other industries when a contract is terminated before its agreed upon end date.
Tank Leasing Fee
This is an annual fee that helps offset maintenance costs for a supplier-owned tank. Rental costs may vary depending on tank size, but all our tanks here at Bumgarner Propane come with a wireless tank monitor, so you can take full advantage of our automatic delivery program. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing you always have propane when you need it.
Want the Best Propane Pricing? Choose Bumgarner Propane!
Not all propane companies are created equal, and finding transparent propane pricing like ours is hard to do. While it might seem tempting to shop around for the best propane pricing, our team at Bumgarner Propane is here to tell you that we work tirelessly to bring you the best service while keeping our prices fair and transparent. Become a customer today and experience the Bumgarner Propane difference!
