FuelExchange

The complete resource for selling, buying or merging your propane, fuel oil or petroleum business.

What is FuelExchange™?

FuelExchange is our merger and acquisition service built specifically for the energy industry. Whether you are ready to sell, looking to grow through acquisition or exploring a merger for your propane, fuel oil or petroleum company, our team provides experienced guidance throughout the transaction.

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Do Any of These Descriptions Fit You?

You have owned an energy company for many years and are considering retirement.
You own an energy company but do not have a next generation or viable succession plan for the business.
After a few difficult seasons, you are reconsidering whether it may be time to sell your energy company.
You own or lead an energy company and view acquisition as the fastest path to growth.
You own or lead an energy company and see a merger or joint venture as an opportunity to expand your capabilities and resources.

You own or lead an energy company and want to expand your delivery area or grow into a multi-state dealer.
You are an executive at a larger energy company looking for acquisition targets and access to a deep network of companies for sale.

If any of these apply to you, you’ve come to the right place.

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How We Help

One Partner for the Whole Transaction

We’re a single source for business valuation, marketing and negotiation of sales, purchases and mergers, so you’re not left piecing together a deal team on your own.

If you’re selling, we help set your parameters, identify qualified prospects and approach them on a confidential basis to gauge interest and ability to close, all without revealing your company’s identity until you’re ready and the time is right.

If you’re buying, we help identify and target companies that fit your growth plans, make the introduction, evaluate business value, organize negotiations and help arrange financing.

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Why FuelExchange?

Valuing a business like yours takes more than a standard formula. With decades of experience in the energy industry, our team knows where the real value in these companies hides, including the intangible assets a generic valuation would miss. From customer list calculation of value services to broader advisory support, we provide a clear, informed view of what your business is worth.

We are not a traditional broker, and our business does not depend on selling yours. For current Frazier & Deeter clients, we serve as your trusted advisor and a steward of your company throughout the transaction, helping protect what you have built and keep your broader goals at the center of the process.

For business owners who are new to the firm, our experienced accounting and advisory professionals provide objective guidance informed by both the financial and tax implications of the deal. In either case, you gain access to the full expertise of the Frazier & Deeter team, including complete tax strategy and planning services designed to support a well-structured transaction and help maximize after-tax proceeds.

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Challenges We Address

Business & Customer List Valuation

Confidential Buyer & Seller Matching

Deal Structuring & Negotiation

Financing Coordination

Tax Strategy & Planning

Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is FuelExchange and who is it for?

FuelExchange provides merger and acquisition services for propane, fuel oil and petroleum businesses. It supports owners considering retirement or a sale after a challenging season, as well as buyers seeking to grow through acquisition or expand into new delivery areas. By bringing valuation, marketing and exit planning together, FuelExchange simplifies the process and eliminates the need to coordinate multiple advisors on your own.

Will my employees, customers or competitors know my business is for sale?

Not until you decide the time is right. FuelExchange works with you to establish clear parameters, identify qualified prospects and approach them confidentially to assess their interest and ability to close. Your company’s identity remains protected until you are ready to disclose it, giving you control over when your name enters the conversation.

How do you determine what my business is worth, and how are taxes addressed?

Drawing on more than 80 years of energy industry experience, we provide customer-list valuations for propane, fuel oil and petroleum companies. Because much of an energy company’s value lies in intangible assets that may not appear on the balance sheet, we know where to look and how to assess them. We also provide tax strategy and planning to help sellers structure the transaction around what they retain—not just the headline price.

How long does it take to sell my company?

The timeline depends on several factors, including your company’s size, the readiness of your financial records and the availability of qualified buyers. The best approach is to begin planning as early as possible—ideally at least two years before you intend to sell.

I’m looking to buy. How can FuelExchange help?

Our team helps you identify and target potential acquisition opportunities, connect with owners, evaluate business value, organize negotiations and assist with financing arrangements. Our industry experience and reputation provide access to an extensive network of energy companies for sale, helping you find opportunities beyond the usual word-of-mouth channels.

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