Unless you own your propane tank, your propane supplier provides both a rental propane tank and the service to keep a supply of propane ready for your various needs. In most cases, you won’t need to have the tank replaced, but it can happen. Here are some scenarios where you might want to talk to your propane supplier about upgrading your tank.
- Need frequent deliveries – If you need propane delivery frequently, it could be that you need a larger tank. While it is fine to have a smaller one filled often, it will be less disruptive if you can go longer between refueling visits.
- Upgrade to save money – Propane prices vary throughout the year and if you have a larger propane tank, you can take advantage of when it is more affordable. Keep in mind that you should time any tank upgrades for when your tank is low as the propane cannot be transferred from the current tank to the new one.
- Tank was damaged – Accidents and severe storms can result in damage to the tank. It may be fine, but it is best to contact your propane supplier to be sure it doesn’t need to be replaced.
- Decide to downgrade – If you use very little propane and you aren’t concerned with having extra on hand or buying when prices are down, you can ask to downgrade to a smaller tank which will be less noticeable.
- Need tank moved – While not an upgrade, per se, you may find that you need your propane tank moved at some point. For example, if you are having a home addition built, the tank may need to be moved further away. Your propane supplier will be happy to handle this for you.
- Moving/selling – If the new occupant does not want the propane tank and won’t set up an account to take it over, you’ll need to call your propane supplier to have it removed.
