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You can do a lot to lower your cost of propane

Using less propane will obviously decrease your expenses. Now, the largest propane dealer in the country will tell you exactly how to do that. Rebecca Sapakie has more in Jefferson City.

Propane prices are expected to stay pretty steady all winter, according to the Natural Resources Department.

But, the less we use, the less we spend, and there is a lot you can do to lower your need for propane.

Amerigas is one of the leading propane dealers in St. Louis. Lisa West is their regional marketing manager.

Actuality:Lisa West
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West also suggests caulking and weather-stripping your house and checking for proper insulation.

I'm Rebecca Sapakie in Jefferson City.