Our History
The people at Bradigan’s are very proud of their business accomplishments; as well they should be.
In 1952
Paul Bradigan, Sr. started selling gasoline to farmers throughout Armstrong County. Gulf Oil Corporation furnished a skid tank and hand pump free to farmers. Bradigan's sold that "Good Gulf" gasoline to the farmers. This business arrangement made Gulf Oil Corporation and Bradigan's an unbeatably successful team.
Bradigan's grew steadily by expanding its Gulf Oil product lines that now include diesel fuel, home heating fuels, motor oils and lubricants. Bradigan's has become the leading distributor of petroleum products in Armstrong County.
In 1975
Paul Bradigan, Sr.'s two sons entered the business. Tom Bradigan followed his father's footsteps in the petroleum division of the company, providing prompt and courteous service to Bradigan's customers. Over the years, Tom added the motor brands of CITGO, Marathon, Shell and SUNOCO to the company's line of quality petroleum products.
Paul Bradigan, Jr. established a heating and cooling division. Originally, a one-man operation providing oil-burner service to heating fuel customers, the HVAC division has grown to ten highly skilled, factory-trained employees. Bradigan's sells, installs and services all types of furnaces, air-conditioners, hot water boilers, hot water heaters and indoor air-quality products. Paul, Jr. continues to develop business relationships with companies that offer quality name brands like LENNOX, RUUD, and HONEYWELL.
In 1978
A sub-division of the petroleum division was established. The KardGard Refueling Club offers customers motor fuels on a 24/7 unattended basis. A Kardgard Refueling Club membership access card can activate motor fuel dispensers at one of Bradigan's two convenient locations - South Water Street, or Route 422 East, Kittanning, Pa.
Many businesses and individuals in the greater Kittanning and Ford City area enjoy the convenience of Bradigan’s Kardgard Refueling Club. In 2005, Bradigan’s started offering 24/SEVEN Enhanced Motor Fuels. By placing an ant-friction modifier to its motor fuels, at no additional cost, Bradigan’s customers achieve an increase in their fuel mileage by at least 1%.
In 1980
A third division of the company was established. The transportation division acquired PUC and ICC authorities that gave Bradigan's the legal rights to haul bulk petroleum products for major oil companies like Gulf, EXXON, Marathon, Shell, and SUNOCO. Starting with just one tractor-trailer, this division has grown to seven tractor-trailers. Bradigan's has earned an excellent reputation in the petroleum transportation business as a company that is punctual and dependable.
In 2002
Bradigan's began offering a Tank Protection Program to its home heating fuel customers. The life-span of a heating oil tank is shortened by internal corrosion. Replacing a heating oil tank is generally not covered by homeowners insurance and can cost up to $1,000. Bradigan's has an inexpensive solution to this problem. By means of sacrificial anode technology, we offer a guaranteed tank replacement for any leaking aboveground or basement heating oil fuel tank with a capacity of 330 gallons or less. The secret to this technology is a one inch round zinc pellet called The Tank Protector Anode. The Tank Protector Anode changes the focus of corrosive forces from the inside of your tank to the zinc pellet itself. Over the course of one yearr, the pellet dissolves, giving your tank a much longer life span.
In 2003
Andy Bradigan, Paul’s son, joined the Bradigan team. Andy, a graduate in Business Administration from Clarion University has the intelligence, enthusiasm, and dedication it takes to provide excellent customer service. Andy knows that exceeding customer’s expectations is the reason for Bradigan’s longevity as a company. It is his intention to continue Bradigan’s excellent service policies.
In 2004
Bradigan’s began offering home heating oil tank cleaning services. The HAMCO TANK CLEANING SYSTEM removes sludge and impurities. That means fewer furnace repairs and breakdowns. Tank Cleaning services extend tank life and lowers the homeowner’s heating bill.
In 2007
Bradigan’s acquired Armstrong Chimney Sweep Company. Bradigan’s is a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep company. CSIA Certification is the hallmark of excellence in the chimney sweep service industry. The credential signifies knowledge of codes and practices important to providing the best service and staying ahead in an ever-changing industry.
