They watch the 20 lb. tanks closely. But my (galvanized finish) 100 lb. tank is marked 11-46 and I’ve filled it at local stations (hey, 77 years ain’t that old). 🙄
you dodged the answer for the 100g+ tanks. For some reason propane companies really push for customers to rent the bigger ones. I don’t know why, yet. Just the fact that they push rentals makes me want to buy mine and not rent. Other than not answering the question in the title of the video you did really good!
I worked at Amerigas for 3 years. Word of advice. Buy the tank. Propane companies charge more for propane for a rented tank and a rental fee.Shop around for delivery. The company who fills you will have to leak test,$75-125. It all depends on what you use the Propane for. If your just running a kitchen stove then a 100# is more than enough. If you have a truck you can get it filled at Tractor Supply ( no leak test required). If your using it for water heater,dryer and a fireplace you run randomly then a 420 will due. A 420 holds 124 gallons but because you can only fill to 80% that's 100gallons. If your running a furnace then 2 420's in series should be enough. Two 420's hold as much as a 250 gallon tank. 420's can be installed next to your house. By law a 250 has to be 10'from your house.
After years of owning our tank we've suddenly been charged lease fees. But we have no proof of purchase since it was installed in 1962 when the house was built. What kind of mafia scam is it when they can charge lease fees for something you own?
I purchase my own propane tanks. That way, you can buy from who ever is the cheapest at the time and are not stuck paying a higher price for propane from the tank owner. I have been running propane at this house for over 30 years. The first tank was made in 1940s and the valve started leaking when ever you opened or closed it. My propane supplier repacked the valve for less than $10 when they delivered propane. I have since got a 1000 gallon tank that I am sure is over 30 years old and have not had any problems with it.
Oh and how long does it last and for how many people? Sorry for all the questions. I'm building a house in the country and need to make an informed decision.
@@v.r7235 Last fall, I was late buying propane. I think I paid around $1.80 per gallon. Probably about 600 gallon, so a little over $1000. The year before, I got summer prices and and Biden had not had a chance to jack up energy prices. I paid $0.89 so about $630 for 700 gallons.
@@v.r7235 I burn 600-700 gallon per year. I have about 2300 sp ft heated space. 6" exterior walls and 6" attic insulation. The house is about 30 years old. Propane is only used for heating and cooking. The hot water heater is electric. I am in USDA Hardiness Zone 6 for a temperature reference.
@@v.r7235 When I had the 500 gallon tank, I would fill in the late summer and then had to fill about December or January. In December, the propane is usually about 1.5 times as much per gallon. I got lucky one year and filled in December and by February propane was $4.00 per gallon. Luckily I had enough propane until the next fall and did not need to buy any expensive propane.
While an older tank can operate properly for a long period of time, for safety, we recommend contacting your local fuel provider to see if they could inspect the tank and re-certify it if necessary.
I have a 100 LB tank that was made in 1939. The valve started leaking and I lost almost a full tank in a matter of weeks. A new valve cost $57 and inspection / certified cost $20. A new tank that size costs hundreds of dollars. Sanded and repainted it after the valve was replaced before filling it.
Here in Canada the life of a bbq tank is I think 3 years,, then I can trade or buy a new one I,m curious as to what is done with my returned one to be put back into service
They change the fill valves mechanisms, recharge it to pressure specs, and give it a new collar. Depending on the condition of the cylinder, they may repaint it or decommission it if it’s too rusty.
Yes, it's possible for them to be re-certified multiple times. The overall condition of the tank will ultimately determine how many times it can be re-certified.
Putting a propane tank underground does introduce a different set of factors to the tank’s potential lifespan. But given normal soil conditions and the proper cathodic (corrosion) protection, it’s still possible for these tanks to last a long time. With that in mind, underground tanks’ expiration dates may not be different from an above ground tank, but the potential for recertification of the tank over time could be affected by those different factors.
Can a home above-ground tank (like the one behind you in this YT) be buried or does it have to have a special coating or something? I know it needs a snorkel.
Underground tanks are manufactured with a special coating to prevent corrosion, so yes, they are different than the above ground tank seen here. Additionally, they must also have cathodic protection placed with them underground to further ensure they are safe from corrosion over time.
How cold are you talking? Normally Cold weather is fine but the colder it gets the lower the pressure of the propane in the tank is and it makes it seem like you are running out of gas.
ASME tanks dont expire. They are visually inspected. Undeeground tanks however need to have the carhodic protection checked at least yearly if I remember. DOT tanks expire 10 years from manufacture date and need recertification.
