What Homeowners Should Know About Underground Propane Tanks
What Homeowners Should Know About Underground Propane Tanks Propane tanks are often associated with the familiar above-ground tanks found near homes or businesses. But with homeowners looking for the advantages of propane with none of the large outdoor tanks, underground propane is now a growing choice. A subsurface installation allows homeowners to save their landscaping […]
Can Trees or Shrubs Be Planted Near a Propane Tank?
Can Trees or Shrubs Be Planted Near a Propane Tank? Many homeowners stare at their propane tank and think the same thing: it’s an eyesore. They want to hide it with landscaping; plant some shrubs, maybe a hedge, maybe even a small tree to break up the white metal cylinder sitting in their yard. But […]
Should You Cover Your Propane Tank in Winter?
Should You Cover Your Propane Tank in Winter? During the winter months, many homeowners seek to safeguard outdoor equipment against freezing temperatures, snow, ice, and the elements. With propane tanks being kept outside all year, you may be thinking about covering the tank in the winter months to help protect it or to help it […]
How to Protect Your Propane Tank From Rust
How to Protect Your Propane Tank From Rust Propane tanks can last for years outdoors and are a reliable source of energy for homes, businesses, farms and recreational property. They’re built from tough steel and have protective coatings to withstand regular weather conditions as they stay outside all year long. Despite this, moisture, temperature and […]
Why Does My Propane Fireplace Smell Strange?
Why Does My Propane Fireplace Smell Strange? Many homes are outfitted with a propane fireplace, which offers warmth, comfort and ambiance. A well-functioning propane fireplace should not emit strong or persistent smells when operational. But sometimes homeowners may detect a strange odor from the fireplace, particularly at the start of the heating season or after […]
What Happens If Water Gets Into a Propane Tank?
What Happens If Water Gets Into a Propane Tank? Propane tanks are designed to allow propane to be stored safely in a sealed environment, preventing exposure to outside contaminants (moisture, dirt and debris). A well-maintained propane tank should never contain water in normal operation. But, for some homeowners, they may wonder what could occur if […]
Can Lightning Strike a Propane Tank?
Can Lightning Strike a Propane Tank? Thunderstorms often raise questions about the safety of outdoor equipment, including propane tanks. Many homeowners may ask themselves if propane tanks can be hit by lightning and the effects of a lightning strike.Propane tanks are usually located in open spaces outside homes and businesses, and many homeowners may wonder […]
Why Is My Propane Furnace Cycling On and Off?
Why Is My Propane Furnace Cycling On and Off? A propane furnace is designed so that it will provide heat to the inside of the home when necessary and then shut off once the set temperature is achieved. This is referred to as a heating cycle and is a normal process. If it’s a furnace […]
Can Heavy Rain Affect Your Propane System?
Can Heavy Rain Affect Your Propane System? One of the most frequent weather hazards that homeowners undergo is heavy rain, and they prepare for it by looking after roofs, gutters, drainage systems, and landscaping. Many people also ask if long periods of rain could impact their propane system. Propane tanks are placed outside the building […]
What to Do If You Run Out of Propane During a Holiday Weekend
What to Do If You Run Out of Propane During a Holiday Weekend Running out of propane is never handy, but it might be particularly stressful on a holiday weekend. Propane is used in many homes for purposes such as hot water, cooking, heating, fireplaces, backup power, outdoor appliances, and more. Preparation is even more […]
