The Homeowner’s Guide to Propane Installation & Maintenance
Whether you are moving into a new home, switching propane gas companies, or upgrading your propane gas tank, the installation and maintenance process should be a breeze for you.
This guide walks you through the basics of what to expect from the propane tank installation process, ongoing maintenance, and what to expect of your propane company as a homeowner.
PROPANE TANK SIZES AVAILABLE THROUGH VIRGINIA PROPANE
500 GALLON TANKS
The 500-gallon tank is the most common size propane tank for residential propane use. It is often used for home heating, generator powering, cooking, pool heating, and more.
1,000 GALLON TANKS
These tanks do everything that a 500-gallon tank does but are twice as big. They are often used for agricultural and commercial uses but are also a great choice for heating larger homes.
420 POUND OR 100 GALLON TANKS
420 lb. tanks are large enough to be used for a variety of commercial purposes. However, these tanks can have many residential uses as well such as home heating, hot water and pool heat.
20 POUND TANKS
20 lb. tanks are often used for gas grilling and hold a little less than 5 gallons of propane when full. These tanks are not filled on site.
33 Pound Tanks
33 lb. tanks are commonly used for forklifts and are available for other specific needs.
