How Many Propane Tank Sizes Are There?

Admiral Has Propane Tanks Sized for Your Home or Business

Whether you’re a homeowner or a commercial operation, new to propane or just looking to replace your propane tank, the size of your propane tank matters. If your tank is too small, you’ll need frequent deliveries; opt for an oversize tank and you’ll spend more money than necessary to fill it up. There are a lot of variables to consider, but we can help you take the guesswork out of calculating the best size tank for your needs, whether they are residential or commercial.

Our pros know the questions to ask to accurately assess your unique requirements and tailor a propane storage system that safely and economically meets your specific needs. We know that no home and no business is the same, and understanding what you are using propane for is the key to calculating what size tank you need. Here’s what you need to know.

Residential Tanks

Residential propane storage tanks typically range from 120 gallons to 500 gallons. The size you need will depend on how many appliances or systems you are fueling with propane. You may be using propane just for cooking, or for heating water, heating your home, or running more appliances including laundry equipment, pool and spa heaters, fireplaces, and even outdoor grills. If you experience frequent or prolonged power outages, you may also use propane to run a standby generator. Here are the sizes that you could consider:

120-gallon propane tank: This size tank is perfect if you only use propane just for water heating or to fuel a cooking range or clothes dryer.
150-gallon propane tank: If you have one or two low-Btu appliances, such as a water heater, cooking range, space heaters, wall heaters or a clothes dryer, this size tank should provide ample propane.
250-gallon propane tank: For three or more propane appliances like ranges, water heaters or fireplaces (but not a furnace or boiler) you may need to go up to this size. This is also a good minimum size tank if you also have a standby generator—but, as always, everyone’s needs are different.
500-gallon propane tank: This is the minimum you’ll need if you heat your home with propane. You’ll have enough propane to also fuel appliances including fireplaces, ranges and water heaters.

Once we’ve helped you determine the best size tank for your needs, our pros can help determine the best location for your tank and make sure it’s installed safely. Our signature tan tanks are designed to blend in, rather than detract from your curb appeal.

Commercial Propane

From hospitality to agriculture to manufacturing, when it comes to commercial and industrial propane needs, Admiral is your partner. We’ll work with you to customize and install any systems you need and provide reliable propane deliveries to make sure your operation runs smoothly and you get the best value from propane for your business.

We install tanks with up to 4,000-gallon capacity for your business, agricultural or industrial needs. We also offer portable tank refill and exchange services for forklifts, mowers and other industrial equipment. We can also set up multiple tanks for a multi-building complex or if you require more propane.

Propane Delivery

Once you have your tank, you’ll want to ensure you have reliable propane delivery service to ensure you always have propane. That means a company that puts customers first, by offering fair, transparent pricing, as well as real value and true reliability, with products and services designed to make your life—and your business—run smoother.

Find out why customers across the tri-cities area have trusted Admiral Propane since 1996. Contact us today to learn more and become a customer.