Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted HVAC & Propane Partner Since 1929
At Glades Gas, we have been a trusted provider of essential home and business services since 1929. As a family-owned company with over 90 years of experience, we prioritize customer satisfaction by delivering reliable propane, air conditioning, water heater, and ice machine solutions. Our team, led by Dennis and Karen McCarthy since 1984, is committed to solving problems with expertise and a personalized approach. We serve the Glades community with 24-hour emergency service and tailored financing options. Our deep understanding of local needs ensures efficient, cost-effective energy solutions for homes and businesses.With a focus on innovation and quality, we provide premium products like Manitowoc Ice machines and advanced HVAC systems. Our Premium Air Club memberships offer added value through preventive maintenance and priority service. By combining generational knowledge with modern technology, we ensure comfort, safety, and peace of mind for every client. Our 95-year legacy reflects our dedication to ethical practices, community service, and long-term relationships built on trust.
Services
Propane delivery
Air conditioning service
Water heater sales
Ice machine repair
Generator connections
Details
- Year established: 1929
Highlights and features
- 24-hour emergency propane and HVAC service available
- Family-owned with 95 years of local experience
- Financing options for major appliances
- Premium Air Club membership with preventive maintenance
- Serving Glades communities since 1929
Services
Propane delivery
Our scheduled propane delivery ensures reliable energy supply for heating, cooking, and farm equipment. With free delivery and 24-hour emergency availability, we support residential, commercial, and agricultural customers across the Glades region. Expert tank sales, installations, and leak detection complete our comprehensive propane solutions.
Air conditioning service
We offer installation, maintenance, and emergency repair for residential and commercial air conditioning systems. Our Premium Air Club membership includes annual tune-ups, discounts, and guaranteed response times to maintain optimal cooling efficiency throughout Florida's summers.
Water heater sales
We provide modern tank and tankless water heater solutions for improved energy efficiency. Our expert installations and replacement services address corrosion, inefficiency, and system failures, ensuring reliable hot water supply for residential and commercial properties in Glades County.
Ice machine repair
As distributors of Manitowoc Ice machines, we offer sales, maintenance, and emergency repairs for commercial ice equipment. Our Penguin Club membership provides preventive maintenance and parts discounts, ensuring reliable operation for restaurants, hotels, and healthcare facilities.
Generator connections
We install and service natural gas connections for backup generators, providing critical power during outages. Our expertise covers residential whole-home systems and commercial emergency power infrastructure across the Glades region.
People
Dennis McCarthy
Owner
Dennis McCarthy has managed Glades Gas since 1984, continuing his grandfather's 1929 vision. With over 40 years of leadership, he specializes in energy solutions, customer problem-solving, and community-focused business practices, ensuring the company's ongoing relevance in modern markets.
Karen McCarthy
Owner
Karen McCarthy co-owns Glades Gas with Dennis, bringing decades of operational expertise since 1984. She focuses on service quality, staff development, and maintaining the family business's community-oriented values established through three generations of propane and HVAC service excellence.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We proudly serve Belle Glade, Pahokee, Clewiston, Okeechobee, Wellington, Loxahatchee, Royal Palm, and surrounding Glades County areas.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide 24-hour emergency propane and HVAC services for urgent customer needs across our service area.
Are financing options available?
Yes, we offer financing for water heater replacements, ice machine purchases, and HVAC system installations through our membership programs.
What membership programs exist?
Our Premium Air Club and Penguin Club memberships provide preventive maintenance, discounts, and priority service for HVAC systems and ice machines.
How long have you been in business?
Founded in 1929 by Dennis McCarthy's grandfather, we've served the Glades community for over 95 years under three generations of family ownership.
What propane services are available?
We offer scheduled delivery, tank rentals, appliance installations, farm equipment repair, and new construction propane system installations with leak detection.
