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Choosing the Right Propane Tank for Your Home Energy Needs

Posted on Fri, Jun 30, 2023 @ 12:50 PM

When it comes to propane tanks for supplying home energy, there are two main types: horizontal torpedo tanks and vertical (upright) tanks. Let's explore these options and find the best fit for your requirements.

Determining the Tank Size and Style:

The capacity and style of the tank you choose will depend on various factors, including:

  1. Estimated propane usage: Consider your heating requirements during the winter season, the size of your home, the number of propane appliances you have, and the efficiency of those appliances.

Torpedo or Upright?

  1. Torpedo Style (Horizontal) Tanks: These tanks have a larger capacity and are typically used when propane serves as the primary source of heat. Their higher storage capacity reduces the need for frequent winter deliveries, providing homeowners with peace of mind regarding an ample supply of propane. At Budget Propane, our torpedo tanks are available in green, allowing them to blend into the landscaping or wooded areas around your property.

For torpedo tanks with capacities ranging from 325 USWG up to and including 1000 USWG, specific installation guidelines apply. These tanks should be positioned at least 10 feet away from property lines, buildings, and ignition sources such as pool heaters or generators. Additionally, the tank must be easily accessible for refilling, so there should be a distance of less than 100 feet between the torpedo propane tank and the location where the propane truck can safely park.

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Topics: Budget Propane, Propane Tanks & Cylinders

Learn About Propane Tanks

Posted on Mon, Feb 06, 2023 @ 04:52 PM

Propane tanks come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but here are two main types of propane tanks used for supplying home energy – horizontal torpedo tanks or vertical (up-right) tanks. 

The capacity or size of the tank, and style of the tank, will depend on the estimated amount of propane usage for your needs. Factors include; your heating requirements through the winter, the size of your home, the number of propane appliances you have, the efficiency of your propane appliances.

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Topics: Budget Propane, Propane Tanks & Cylinders

How do I Check the Level of my Propane Tank?

Posted on Mon, Aug 22, 2022 @ 04:01 PM

 

If you don’t receive an automatic delivery service, then checking your propane level is an absolutely essential part of ensuring that you have a consistent supply of propane to power your appliances.

Whether you have a large propane tank to power your entire home or a smaller propane tank for your RV or trailer, it can sometimes be difficult to determine exactly how much propane you have left in your tank.

To give you a helping hand, Budget Propane Ontario has listed three of the easiest ways that will help you check your propane levels. 

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Topics: Propane Tanks & Cylinders

Guide to Propane Tanks

Posted on Fri, Apr 01, 2022 @ 09:32 AM

Propane tanks come in a variety of sizes, from small canisters and cylinders ideal for backyard use to large upright or torpedo storage tanks that can be used to fuel a home or facility.

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Topics: Budget Propane, Propane Tanks & Cylinders

Take Advantage of Smart Technology to Monitor Your Propane Tank

Posted on Sun, Nov 15, 2020 @ 08:06 PM

Our Propane Tank Monitoring System automates the re-order process for propane deliveries to homes and cottages. This system not only ensures you get the right amount of propane when you need it, it gives you peace-of-mind and optimizes your deliveries.

The Propane Tank Monitor will alert us when your propane levels are at a custom set-point so that we can come and re-fill your tanks, ensuring that you never run short of propane.

Our remote monitoring system will also keep you informed about your current supply level, by sending out weekly notifications by email. 

So how does it work?

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Topics: Benefits of Using Propane, Switch to Propane, Propane Tanks & Cylinders

What is a Propane Regulator and How Does it Work?

Posted on Fri, Feb 28, 2020 @ 11:00 AM

Propane has a variety of uses, and has become an increasingly popular power source for homes, cottages and businesses over the past 10 years. This is because propane is cost-effective, environmentally friendly and incredibly safe.

One of the biggest advantages of using propane gas is it’s precise temperature control. This is incredibly useful for homeowners who enjoy cooking, as well as restaurants which rely on instant heat and spot-on temperature controls to accurately cook meals for their customers.

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Topics: Propane Tanks & Cylinders

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