Brothers Propane vs Ed Glaser Propane

Ed Glaser Propane is a well-known name in Eastern Colorado. Here's how Brothers Propane — based right in the Kiowa/Elizabeth area — compares for local customers.

About Ed Glaser Propane

Ed Glaser Propane Inc. (edglaserpropane.com) is a family-owned propane company that has served Eastern Colorado since 1949 — now in its third generation. They cover a large region across El Paso, Elbert, and surrounding counties and can be reached at (719) 347-2338 or toll-free 1-800-245-4223. Their long history and wide territory make them a large regional provider.

What We're Comparing	Brothers Propane	Glaser Propane
Headquarters Near Elizabeth/Kiowa	Yes — Elizabeth, CO	Serves from a large multi-county territory
Focused Exclusively on Elbert / El Paso	Our only service area	Region-wide, many counties
Same-Day Emergency Delivery	Priority dispatch available	Larger territory may affect response time
Established Track Record	Licensed, insured, locally known	75+ years in Eastern CO
No Hidden Delivery Surcharges	Transparent per-gallon pricing	Confirm fee structure before ordering
Owner Reachable Directly	Small operation, direct contact	Multi-generational company with staff layers
Agricultural & Farm Accounts	Crop drying, barn heating, irrigation	Yes — strong agricultural presence

The Brothers Advantage: Hyper-Local

Glaser has served Eastern Colorado for three generations — that's a genuine accomplishment. But their territory spans many counties, meaning your delivery is one of dozens happening across a wide region on any given day.

Brothers Propane only serves Elbert and El Paso County. Our truck isn't driving through Limon, Ellicott, and Yuma on the same route. We know the ranch roads around Kiowa and Elizabeth the way you know your own driveway.

Shorter drive times = faster same-day emergency response
Two phone lines — you'll reach a real person
No ticket queue — you call, we respond

Questions to Ask Glaser Before Signing

"What is the guaranteed delivery window for Elizabeth and Kiowa area customers?"
"Do you charge any surcharges beyond the per-gallon price?"
"Who handles my account — a local representative or a central dispatch?"
"What is your emergency out-of-propane policy?"
"Are there minimum order quantities for my tank size?"

A note on this comparison: Ed Glaser Propane has a long, respected history in Eastern Colorado. We respect their track record. This comparison is meant to help you understand what makes Brothers different — not to diminish a company that has served rural Colorado well for 75 years. If you find any information here that needs updating, please let us know.