Blossman Gas

What Blossman Gas does

Blossman Gas (legal name: Blossman Propane Gas and Appliance, Inc.) is a third-generation, family-owned distributor of propane gas and propane-powered appliances headquartered in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Founded in 1951 by Woodrow "Woody" Blossman with a single store and truck, the company has grown to operate over 75 branches (with some sources citing 85+) across 12 to 19 southeastern and mid-Atlantic states following its August 2025 combination with Southwest Propane. The company ranks as the 9th largest propane dealer in the United States, employs 501-1,000 people, and self-identifies as the largest family-owned propane business in America under the leadership of President and CEO Stuart Weidie.

Core operations span three revenue streams: (1) usage-based propane gas delivery via automatic or on-demand ordering to residential, commercial, and autogas customers; (2) one-time sales and professional installation of propane appliances (fireplaces, tankless water heaters, ranges, generators, grills, outdoor kitchens, gas logs, laundry, space heaters); and (3) recurring subscription revenue through the Custom Payment Plan (CPP) equalized monthly billing and the $49.95/year CPP Plus Rewards membership, which adds guaranteed price caps, a 15% appliance discount, and a Worry-Free Guarantee. The company also offers the Heat Pump Helper™, a hybrid system integrating propane tankless water heaters with heat pump air handlers marketed at 35% lower operating costs versus all-electric systems, as well as renewable propane for sustainability-focused customers. Underlying infrastructure includes telemetry-based tank monitoring for delivery optimization.

Go-to-market is sales-led through local branches with direct technician engagement at customer homes for installations, repairs, and deliveries. Distribution is exclusively company-owned retail locations plus field service, supplemented by a mobile app for iOS/Android and an online customer portal for billing, ordering, and account management. Strategic partnerships anchor both commercial and community operations, including Rinnai (tankless water heaters and rebates), the Propane Education and Research Council (Heat Pump Helper co-development and councilor participation by the CEO), the Southeast Propane Alliance (disaster relief logistics), Alliance AutoGas (autogas and Champ Car racing sponsorship), and active participation in Hurricane Helene relief efforts across western North Carolina.

Name

Blossman Gas

Legal name

Blossman Propane Gas and Appliance, Inc.

Website

https://blossmangas.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Blossman Gas is a third-generation, family-owned propane distributor and propane-appliance retailer operating 75-85+ branches across 12-19 southeastern and mid-Atlantic U.S. states. It serves residential, commercial, and autogas customers through gas delivery, professional appliance installation, and subscription payment plans, ranking as the 9th largest U.S. propane dealer.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Propane Distribution Services

NAICS

Fuel Dealers (457210)

SIC

Wholesale-Petroleum & Petroleum Products (No Bulk Stations) (5172)

akta.pro primary industry

Propane (LP) Gas Line Installation & Conversion (HSAOAKAJ)

Keywords

• Propane gas distribution
• Residential propane delivery
• Commercial propane supply
• Propane appliance sales
• Autogas fleet fueling

Headquarters

HQ city

Ocean Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Propane Gas Sales and Delivery: Recurring propane delivery to residential and commercial customers. Customers can enroll in automatic delivery through the Custom Payment Plan or order on-demand. Revenue is generated through per-gallon pricing with volume-based consumption.
2. Appliance Sales and Installation: Sale and professional installation of propane-powered appliances including fireplaces, water heaters, ranges, grills, generators, and outdoor living equipment. One-stop-shop model handles permits, hookups, and ongoing service.
3. Custom Payment Plan (CPP) Membership: Annual membership program ($49.95/year for CPP Plus) offering guaranteed pricing caps, discounts on appliance purchases, and other benefits. Provides predictable recurring revenue and customer lock-in.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Blossman Gas distributes propane gas and sells/installs propane-powered appliances to residential and commercial customers across the southeastern and mid-atlantic United States. Founded in 1951, the company operates a one-stop-shop model covering propane tank delivery, automatic refills, appliance sales, professional installation, and ongoing maintenance. It also offers autogas for fleet vehicles and renewable propane alternatives.

Product overview

Blossman Gas is a propane gas service company offering a unified portfolio of propane supply and appliances. The core offering is propane gas delivery service for residential and commercial customers since 1951. This is supplemented by the Custom Payment Plan (CPP) and CPP Plus Rewards membership for payment management, and the Blossman Gas mobile app for account access. The appliance portfolio includes propane fireplaces, generators, grills, gas ranges, tankless water heaters, outdoor kitchens, space heaters, gas logs, and laundry appliances from brands like ZLINE, Rinnai, Napoleon, Empire, and Speed Queen. The company also offers the Heat Pump Helper hybrid technology system that integrates propane tankless water heaters with heat pump systems. Autogas services and renewable propane round out the energy offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Propane Gas Delivery Service Core propane supply and delivery service for residential and commercial customers operating through 75+ branches across 12+ southeastern and mid-atlantic states, with automatic delivery options and on-demand ordering.
• Custom Payment Plan (CPP) Subscription-style equal monthly payment plan for residential propane customers providing automatic delivery, $0.10 per gallon discount below the lowest residential rate, quarterly usage adjustments, and a Worry-Free Guarantee that delivers 75 free gallons if the customer runs out.
• CPP Plus Rewards Membership Annual $49.95 membership program providing a guaranteed yearly price cap, $0.10 per gallon propane discount, 15% off appliance purchases (excluding generators), and surprise member offers throughout the year.
• Blossman Gas Mobile App Mobile app for iOS and Android that lets residential and commercial customers pay bills, request propane deliveries, and view recent transactions and account information.
• Heat Pump Helper Hybrid System Hybrid residential energy system integrating propane tankless water heaters with heat pump air handlers via hydronic coil integration, designed to reduce operating costs by 35% compared to all-electric systems while working with existing thermostats.
• Propane Fireplaces Gas-powered fireplace units and inserts for residential heating and ambiance, including Empire and Monessen brands, available for sale and professional installation at Blossman branches.
• Propane Generators Propane-powered backup generators for residential and commercial use during power outages, including Duromax and other brands, sold with installation through Blossman branches.
• Propane Grills Propane gas grills for outdoor cooking, including Napoleon Travel-Q and Saber Grill premium brands, sold at Blossman branches.
• Gas Ranges Propane-fueled kitchen ranges and cooktops including ZLINE professional ranges and commercial-grade options, with prices ranging from $769 to $2,199.
• Tankless Water Heaters Propane tankless water heaters providing on-demand hot water, including Rinnai models, with rebates up to $100 on qualifying products at Mississippi locations.
• Outdoor Kitchens Complete outdoor kitchen setups featuring propane cooking appliances, heating elements, and outdoor living solutions sold and installed by Blossman.
• Space Heaters Propane-powered space heaters for residential and commercial space heating, including cast iron and gas heater models ranging from $399 to $599.
• Gas Logs Vented and vent-free gas log sets for existing fireplaces, including Fyreside, Grand Canyon, and Peterson brands.
• Laundry Appliances Propane and electric laundry appliances including Speed Queen washers and dryers and Amana washer and dryer sets, with a Speed Queen washer/dryer set priced at $2,299.
• Autogas Services Propane fuel services for fleet vehicles and autogas applications, including on-road and off-road vehicle fueling, delivered in partnership with Alliance AutoGas.
• Routine Maintenance and Installation Services Professional installation, repair, and maintenance services for propane appliances, gas systems, and tanks handled by Blossman service technicians.
• Renewable Propane Cleaner-burning renewable propane derived from sustainable raw materials, offered as a lower-carbon alternative to conventional propane for on- and off-road applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• 35% lower operating costs compared to all-electric heat pump systems with Heat Pump Helper hybrid technology
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.

• Southwest PropanemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 August 2025Two long-standing, customer-oriented propane companies combined forces. Southwest Propane customers became Blossman Gas customers. Blossman Gas, founded in 1951, is a family-and-employee-owned company operating in 19 southeastern and mid-atlantic states. This acquisition expanded Blossman's presence in the market.
• Missouri Propane Gas AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025President and CEO Luke Fitzpatrick personally delivered a portable 500-gallon propane dispenser to western North Carolina to assist with Hurricane Helene relief efforts, driving 13 hours from Missouri.
• Southeast Propane Alliance (SEPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership during Hurricane Helene disaster relief. SEPA president John Jessup coordinated with Blossman to deploy portable propane dispensers and provide relief supplies including pop-up showers and laundry facilities powered by propane. SEPA also helped secure Rinnai equipment for relief efforts.
• Propane Education and Research Council (PERC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStuart Weidie, president and CEO of Blossman Gas, serves as a PERC councilor. Blossman is an early adopter of the Heat Pump Helper technology developed in partnership with PERC initiatives.
• RinnaicoreTechnology or IntegrationRinnai partnered with SEPA and Blossman to provide tankless water heaters and propane-powered relief equipment (pop-up showers and laundry facilities) for Hurricane Helene victims. Blossman offers rebates up to $100 on qualifying Rinnai propane-fired products at Mississippi stores.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Tractor Supply Co. National rural-lifestyle retailer (NASDAQ: TSCO) selling propane tank exchanges and grill fuel across its 2,000+ store footprint. Adjacent competitor to Blossman for cylinder exchange and outdoor propane appliance sales, but not a residential route-delivery operator.
• UGI Corporation: Diversified energy holding company (NYSE: UGI) that owns AmeriGas and a natural gas utility (UGI Utilities). Overlaps with Blossman through its propane distribution subsidiary and provides a benchmark for scale and capital structure in propane retailing.
• Pilot Flying J: One of the largest US travel center chains (owned by Berkshire Hathaway), selling propane for RVs and trucks across hundreds of highway locations. Competes with Blossman only at the consumer propane cylinder-fill level and serves transient rather than route-based residential customers.

Direct peers

• AmeriGas Propane: Largest US retail propane marketer (subsidiary of UGI Corporation) serving residential, commercial, autogas, and national account customers nationwide. Directly comparable to Blossman in core propane delivery model, with far broader geographic reach and a public capital base.
• Ferrellgas Partners: Major US propane distributor and parent of the Blue Rhino tank-exchange brand, serving residential, commercial, agricultural, and autogas customers. Directly comparable to Blossman in propane delivery and operates the largest propane tank-exchange footprint Blossman partially competes against.
• Alliance AutoGas: Propane autogas provider and infrastructure partner that Blossman explicitly partners with for fleet fueling and Champ Car sponsorship. Directly comparable to Blossman's autogas service line and overlaps in propane distribution, fueling infrastructure, and fleet customer base.
• ThompsonGas: Family-oriented propane retailer operating across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast US, offering residential delivery, appliance sales, and autogas. Closely mirrors Blossman's regional family-dealer positioning and is a direct competitor for the same customer segments in adjacent geographies.
• Suburban Propane Partners: Publicly traded (NYSE: SPH) propane distributor serving residential, commercial, and fleet customers across the US. Competes head-to-head with Blossman in residential delivery and now owns Heritage Propane, making it a close comparably scaled national peer.

Regional players

• Paraco Gas: Northeast US family-owned propane distributor (Rye Brook, NY) serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers with tank exchange and autogas. Directly comparable family-owned propane dealer model to Blossman but focused on the Northeast rather than the Southeast.
• Superior Plus: Canadian-based (TSX: SPB) propane and specialty chemicals distributor with US operations, primarily in the Northeast and Midwest. Comparable product mix (propane delivery, cylinder exchange, commercial supply) but serves northern US and Canada rather than Blossman's Southeast focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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