If you run a standby generator or live in a rural location with no natural gas line, an on-site tank keeps a fuel supply ready whenever you need it. The right size depends on what you are feeding. A 250-gallon propane tank often covers a smaller tank load like a cooktop and a dryer, a 500-gallon tank handles most households running home heating and hot water together, and a 1000-gallon propane tank is what a whole-house generator or a commercial kitchen usually calls for. A larger tank also means fewer refills.
You can set one aboveground for a lower cost and a quick install, or bury it so only a small lid shows and the yard stays clear, a popular choice on larger properties and in colder climates. Either way, our ARCOSA tanks are built to ASME standards, so you get safe, dependable propane storage above ground or below.
We take care of the whole setup, start to finish:
We look at your propane appliances, your square footage, and any generator, then recommend a propane tank size that fits without constant refills.
We bring the tank to you and place it where it works best, above ground or underground.
We set the pad or excavate for a buried tank, then connect the lines to your appliances or generator.
We test the system, confirm it meets local code, and show you how to read the tank gauge.
A propane tank asks for little day-to-day, but it pays to watch the fuel level so you never run dry before an outage. The tank gauge shows how much is left, and a fuel level monitor can send that reading straight to your phone so a refill never sneaks up on you.
Schedule refills with your propane supplier before the tank drops too low, especially in cold weather when propane appliances run hardest. If you ever notice an odor or anything seems off, step away and call a professional. We are here to help you keep the system safe and ready.
You buy the tank outright, so it belongs to you and not to a fuel company. Our only job is making sure the generator runs, so there’s no incentive to sell you more tank than you need. We’ll tell you honestly when a 250 covers your load instead of talking you into a bigger one.
Because we build backup power systems every day, we size your propane storage around actual generator run time, not a rough estimate. Our ARCOSA tanks meet ASME Section VIII, and the excavation, hookup, and inspection are ours to handle.
Size it to your propane use. One or two appliances in a smaller home usually call for a 250-gallon tank, a 500-gallon tank carries most bigger households and light commercial work, and heavy users or large commercial sites lean on a 1,000-gallon tank. If you are between sizes, send us your appliance list, and we will help you decide.
Above ground wins on price and speed and keeps everything easy to service. Underground costs more and takes digging, but it stays out of sight and protects the tank from the elements. Safety is equal either way, so it really comes down to your budget and how much you care about hiding it.
Quite a lot. One tank is usually enough to cover everything you run on propane, whether that is heating, hot water, cooking, or backup power. The more propane appliances you run, the larger the tank you will want so you are not stuck with frequent refills.
Not at all. We sell, deliver, and install propane tanks on their own, with no generator purchase required. The tank can power your backup generator, heat your home, or fuel the kitchen at a barbecue joint, and we will set you up either way.
Once you approve the quote, we schedule delivery and set the tank, with timing that depends on your site and whether you are going aboveground or underground. We will give you a clear window up front and handle the permit and inspection along the way.
That depends on the tank size, how many appliances you run, and the weather. A larger tank and a mild stretch lengthen the time between fills, while a cold snap with the heat running burns through propane faster. Getting the propane tank size right up front is the best way to avoid frequent refills.
Yes. Our ARCOSA tanks are built to ASME Section VIII, the same pressure-vessel standard used across the industry, and we install them to meet local code. Propane is safe to rely on when the system is set up right, which is why professional installation matters.
Yes. We pull the permits your county or city requires and coordinate the inspection as part of the installation, so the tank is signed off and ready to use when we are done.
Ready to set up a propane supply you can count on at home or at your business? Reach out for a free consultation, and our team will help you land on the perfect solution, size it to your needs, and get it installed. Request a quote today, and we will take it from there.
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