Safe and reliable home heating
Whether you heat your home with propane or fuel oil, United Cooperative is your best choice to provide quality products at affordable prices. Our propane and fuel oil delivery teams always put safety first, both on the road and on your property.
We offer 24-hour emergency service, multiple storage and delivery locations throughout Wisconsin as well as purchasing options to fit any family budget.
If you’ve purchased a home or cabin with a propane tank, but are unfamiliar with propane heating, call us. We’d be happy to come out and check your tank and connections, and answer any questions you may have about heating with this clean, economical fuel.
Convenient ways to pay
Contracting options from United Cooperative
Call 1-800-924-2991 to lock in your home heating propane price until Spring.
Choose a payment option
Lock-in a fixed price for the season. Pay for your heating fuel now, and receive scheduled delivery. With this plan, you don’t have to worry about your heating needs at all this winter.
Adding Value Assurance gives you price protection should the price of propane fall. Value Assurance is a program available for a small fee that kicks in when the current delivery price is lower than your contracted price. Value Assurance assures that you will only be billed for the lower of the two prices.
Lock in a fixed price and pay for your fuel as it is delivered to you. You can choose to be on either will call or scheduled delivery. You will have peace of mind knowing what your fuel cost will be per gallon when you order it.
Adding Value Assurance gives you price protection should the price of propane fall. Value Assurance is a program available for a small fee that kicks in when the current delivery price is lower than your contracted price. Value Assurance assures that you will only be billed for the lower of the two prices.
Lock in a fixed price that is spread out in to 11 equal payments (July through May). If there is a balance owed at the end of your budget plan, that amount will be billed on your May statement, which will be due on or before June 30th. Any unused money will be placed on your account as a credit balance.
Budget payments just got easier!
Save on checks by signing up for automatic budget payments on the 10th or 26th each month. You can fill out the form here >
Adding Value Assurance gives you price protection should the price of propane fall. Value Assurance is a program available for a small fee that kicks in when the current delivery price is lower than your contracted price. Value Assurance assures that you will only be billed for the lower of the two prices.
United Cooperative puts you in charge of your deliveries with our EZ Gas program with no long-term commitment. You won’t need to worry about an unexpected bill because you can monitor your tank & call in for delivery when you are ready. Save time and money with EZ Lock by locking in your price for the whole heating season. Contact an Energy Sales Specialist for details.
Adding Value Assurance gives you price protection should the price of propane fall. Value Assurance is a program available for a small fee that kicks in when the current delivery price is lower than your contracted price. Value Assurance assures that you will only be billed for the lower of the two prices.
With each new customer referral, United Cooperative will give both, the current and new propane customer a $50 United Cooperative Gift Certificate. When you refer others to United Cooperative, you are letting us know that our reliable service is something to be shared with others, so we want to thank you for your loyalty and thank our new customers for their trust.
Referred customers must lease a tank from United Cooperative to obtain eligibility for both the new and existing customers.
For More Information, Call: (800) 924-2991
Adding Value Assurance gives you price protection should the price of propane fall. Value Assurance is a program available for a small fee that kicks in when the current delivery price is lower than your contracted price. Value Assurance assures that you will only be billed for the lower of the two prices.
PROPANE Q&A
Propane is a by-product of natural gas processing and petroleum refining. Propane is a gas, but can be compressed into liquid form for storage and delivery. It is commonly used as a fuel for engines, home heating and cooking, grain drying and barbecue grills.
In its natural state, propane is an odorless gas. As a safety precaution, a chemical called ethyl mercaptan is added so that any presence of propane may be easily detected. The concentration level of ethyl mercaptan that is added to propane is not harmful.
Yes. Propane is an approved, clean fuel listed in the 1990 Clean Air Act and the Energy Policy Act of 1992. Propane is one of the cleanest burning of all fossil fuels. Tests conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency show that propane-fueled vehicles produce 30% to 90% less carbon monoxide and about 50% fewer toxins and other smog-producing emissions than gasoline engines. Propane also is non-toxic, so it's not harmful to soil or water. In the unlikely event of a leak, propane will dissipate into a vapor, leaving no lasting effect on the surrounding environment.
Propane tanks are most commonly referred to by their water capacity volume, and propane tanks are normally filled to 80% of its water capacity. For example, a 120-gallon tank will hold approximately 100 gallons of propane when completely full. Since propane is stored in a liquid state under pressure, it needs room to expand into a vapor. This extra "room" that is in the tank allows for that expansion. Depending on the ambient temperature outside, propane may expand more or less.
Propane Tank Capacities (assuming 80% of tank water capacity)
- 20lb Propane Tank - 3.5 Propane Gallons
- 100lb Propane Tank - 24 Propane Gallons
- 420lb Propane Tank (120 Gallon WC) - 100 Propane Gallons
- 500 Gallon Propane Tank (500 Gallon WC) - 400 Propane Gallons
- 1,000 Gallon Propane Tank (1000 Gallon WC) - 800 Propane Gallons
Propane heat is more economical and more efficient than electric heat. Virtually anything in your house, restaurant or building that can run on electricity can run on propane. However, the cost of a propane-fueled home is actually less than the cost of a home with electric heat.
While some homeowners own their propane tank outright, others rent it from a fuel provider like United Cooperative. If the previous owner of the home rented the tank from us, we would be happy to transfer the tank rental agreement and establish service when the home is sold.
If you’re a new propane customer, homeowner, or you would like to switch to propane heat, you can rely on United Cooperative. We will work with you to establish service with pricing and delivery options to meet your needs.
According to the Wisconsin Container Law, for a leased propane tank, only the company that owns it can fill it. If you are a new homeowner and you have questions regarding who owns the tank on your property, please contact us to review service and rental agreements.
Like other fuels, such as oil or natural gas, propane is perfectly safe for use as a home heating fuel. Propane itself is non-toxic, so it will not cause health issues. Like any heating system, following manufacturer guidelines for proper use makes using this heating system safe and effective. Propane heating systems are extremely safe, like any other system to heat your home.
Safety is our first priority
When used correctly, propane is just as safe and reliable as other energy options—including electricity. Our propane delivery teams are trained and tested on safe driving and fuel handling procedures. In the unlikely event of a fuel leak or spill, they become first-responders to manage the situation quickly and correctly. Remember, if you smell gas, leave your home or business immediately, then call our emergency number: 800-924-2991.
Getting Started
Apply for an account by filling out a credit application.
You may download and print a credit application by clicking the link below, or call us and we will send you an application. Return the completed form by mail, fax or in-person to the cooperative and we will notify you as soon as processing has been completed.
Once your credit application is approved, we’ll work together to schedule tank delivery (if needed), fuel delivery and payment options. If you have questions or would like additional information, please call the co-op: 920-887-1756
Propane customers:
After you receive a determination letter from our credit department, please contact our service department to schedule the tank set and safety inspection. The phone number for our service department will be included in the above mentioned letter.
Retail
From hardware and convenience stores to steak houses, we’re here for you
Living in rural communities offers many advantages, but convenience isn’t always one of them. Which is why United has invested in several businesses outside of a traditional cooperative that are designed to make everyday life more convenient. These include three Ace® Hardware stores in Greenville, Hillsboro and Pulaski. Our store in Hillsboro also offers feed and farm supply products.
We also own and operate a dozen Cenex® Convenience Stores for gasoline, on-the-go beverages and grocery items, plus ATMs, copy machines and other amenities. For store locations and hours, click or scroll to the links below.
Feed, Farm Supply & Hardware Locations
Greenville Ace Hardware
Special order services on more than 65,000 items. See store for details| Store Departments | Store Services Assembly Delivery Glass Cutting Key Cutting Paint Color Matching Propane Exchange Screen Repair Small Engine Repair |
| Greenville N1878 Municipal Dr Greenville, WI 54942 Phone: (920) 757-6556 | Sun 8AM-2PM Mon-Fri 7AM-7PM Sat 8AM-5PM |
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Pulaski Ace Hardware
Special order services on more than 65,000 items. See store for details
Store Departments | Store Services Key Cutting Gift Card Propane |
| Address 428 Third Ave Pulaski, WI 54162-0079 Phone: (920) 822-3235 Toll-Free: 800-242-8605 | Hours Sun Closed Mon-Fri 7:30AM-5PM Sat 8AM-2PM |
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Convenience Stores
We’re committed to providing innovative, high-quality, dependable fuels that meet the tough demands of today’s engine technology. United Cooperative’s convenience stores offer Cenex® TOP TIER™ Detergent Gasoline, E85, E30 and E15 ethanol blends, Diesel #2 and premium Cenex® Roadmaster XL® on-road diesel, kerosene and Cenex® Ruby Fieldmaster® premium dyed off-road diesel, and propane.
Look for a flex-fuel decal inside your vehicle door, and stop by United Cooperative’s Cenex Convenience Stores for ethanol-blended fuels. Inside the stores, you will find hot and cold beverages and snacks, perfect for the road-trip ahead, ATM, bird seed, pet food, softener salt, milk, beer, liquor, soda, grocery items, frozen foods, and juices.
*Products and services vary by location.
Denmark
| 110 Pine St Denmark, WI 54208 (920) 863-2171 |
Open 24 Hours (Pumps only) |
Greenville North
| N1878 Municipal Dr Greenville, WI 54942 (920) 659-4950 |
M-F 6AM- 9PM Sat 7AM- 9PM Sun 7AM- 9PM |
Hartford
| 1112 W Summer St Hartford, WI 53027 (262) 673-8960 |
M-F 7AM- 4:30PM Sat Closed Sun Closed |
Wilton
| 1000 Walker St Wilton, WI 54670 (608) 435-6421 |
M-F 5AM- 9PM Sat 7AM- 9PM Sun 7AM- 9PM |