Residential Propane Tanks
Propane Tank Sizes
118-gallon tank
Dimensions
4’5” in height and 30” in diameter
Capacity
363 L per tank
Uses
Ideal for a water heater or fireplace with 1-2 smaller appliances such as a range or dryer.
Spacing
Can be placed against house and up to 4 tanks can be tied together for whole home heating and multiple appliances. Must be installed 10 feet from sources of electricity.
500-gallon tank
Dimensions
10’1” in length, 4’ in height and 38” in diameter
Capacity
1514 L per tank
Uses
Ideal for whole home heating or multiple appliances, where a higher BTU load is required.
Spacing
Must be installed 10 feet from any building, property line and source of electricity. Trenching is required to run gas lines from the tank to the building.
1000-gallon tank
Winter Reminder
Be Prepared
Keep a clear and safe pathway to your propane tank, including your driveway to make sure your winter deliveries are accessible.
Clear heavy snow and ice from tanks, gauges, fittings, lines, valves and vents. Use a broom to clear snow and ice – never a shovel.
Be Safe
Look out for safety hazards such as heavy icicles or snow from the roof or eaves above and around your tank and its components.
Ensure that exterior vents are cleared of snow and ice to allow for proper ventilation and safe operation of your appliances.
Snow and ice can cover the tank’s regulators and valves, restricting gas flow or causing pressure issues. Snow buildup keeps tanks cold, which restricts propane from vaporizing properly, leading to reduced gas flow and appliance performance issues.
Safety Is Our Standard
At your home, safety isn’t optional – and it isn’t at ours either.
Avenir Energy follows industry standards to ensure every propane delivery, installation and refill is done with care and precision.
Professionally Trained Teams.
- Propane storage and handling
- Emergency response protocols
- Safe equipment installation and site assessment
Propane has mercaptan added to it giving it a distinct odor, often described as a “rotten egg” smell, which helps you quickly identify leaks. If you suspect a propane leak due to a persistent smell, follow these steps:
Detecting a Propane Leak
Don’t Panic
Leave the area immediately in an orderly manner if you suspect a propane leak.
Shut Off the Propane Supply
Turn off the tank supply by turning the handwheel clockwise (to the right) as far as possible unless the leak appears to be coming from that area.
Avoid Flames, Sparks and Electricity
Extinguish flames and do not use lights, appliances or phones.
Call for Help
Contact the fire department or dial 911 from a safe distance (at least 20 ft from the source of the leak).
Do not re-enter the area until it is deemed safe. Contact Avenir Energy to have a technician turn the propane back on to check and re-light your appliances.
