Propane

For home, farm or business

Clean, dependable and economical propane

For farm, residential and business customers

Cenex® is one of the largest propane distributors in the entire country, and meeting the needs of local farmers, businesses and residential customers who depend on us for their heat as well as their livelihoods is a top priority. Key Cooperative also offers a variety of propane purchasing and financing options, as well as auto fill and electronic tank monitoring to help ensure you never run out of this efficient, clean-burning fuel.

In case you encounter a propane or heating emergency, call our 24-hour hotline at 800-469-1040.

Propane Contracting Options


Key Cooperative offers three contract options. Read about them below and contact our Energy Team with questions.

Pre-Paid Fixed Price Plan

  • Requires full payment at time of agreement. 
  • Contract locks in committed gallons at a fixed price per gallon.
  • With pre-pay, this plan gives you a $0.05 discount. 

Fixed Price Plan

  • Does not require any pre-payment.
  • Contract locks in committed gallons at a fixed price per gallon.
  • Invoiced amount is for delivered gallons at the contracted price plus tax.

Monthly Budget Billing

  • Spreads your billing out into level monthly payments.
  • Budget billing amount includes tank rental and taxes. 
  • We will review your usage over the winter and re-balance your monthly amount as needed.

We value our member-owners

Propane benefit available

At Key Cooperative, we think of the relationship between us and our member-owners as an essential business partnership. We know that when our members are successful, we are more likely to be successful as well. 

Key Cooperative Members receive the same service as customers but with additional benefits. In addition to other Agronomy, Energy, Feed and Grain benefits, Key Cooperative Class A members receive a $0.10 discount per gallon of propane purchased. Class B members receive a $0.05 discount. Ask us how you can qualify for these member benefits!

Propane Services

Our service team of certified technicians works hard to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our customers’ energy systems. They specialize in oil, propane and fuel service, propane line locates, bulk tank installations and heater installations.

If you would like an installation or maintenance performed on your propane system, our service team is ready to help!

Residential, Commercial or Agricultural Propane

  • Auto-Schedule delivery
  • Propane tank monitoring service
  • Volume and membership pricing

Generator Hook-Ups

  • Includes regulator and all outside piping

Tank Installs & Upgrades

  • Applies to owned or rented propane tanks
  • 500 or 1,000 gallon above ground tank installs
  • 500 or 1,000 gallon underground tank installs
  • 500 or 1,000 gallon tank upgrades

Heater Installs

  • Radiant tube heaters
  • Forced air heaters
  • Includes purchase and complete installation

Trenching and Line Installs

  • Polyethylene pipe or copper tubing
  • Proper line size per BTU load inspections

Residential Propane

Get peace of mind and dependable warmth with propane. From heating your home on a wintery night to making a meal for your family, Key Cooperative has you covered. And if you are in the process of building your home, you want to make the best decisions for the long-term quality of your home. Choosing Key Propane gives you ideal heating solutions along with friendly local service you can depend on.

To find out more about our propane services, contact your closest Key Cooperative location or call our Energy hotline 800-469-1040.

Agricultural Propane

From hogs to harvest, Iowa farmers need reliable energy to accomplish the important task of feeding the world. Approximately 40 percent of American farmers use this locally produced, abundant resource. We started our propane services over fifty years ago with farmers like you in mind. When you need reliable energy for all of your agriculture needs, turn to Key Cooperative, your essential business partner.

To find out more about our propane services, contact your closest Key Cooperative location or call our Energy hotline 800-469-1040

Commercial Propane

Business owners, especially in rural settings, need fuel to operate their business that’s as hard-working and reliable as they are. Propane is one of the most versatile sources of energy, offering a variety of applications for commercial use. Whether your construction crew needs temporary heating during the winter months, or you’re looking for an affordable fuel for your fleet, Key Propane offers a wide variety of propane services.

To find out more about our propane services, contact your closest Key Cooperative location or call our Energy hotline 800-469-1040.