Propane Tanks & Installation

Propane Tank Sizes

These guidelines are for typical use of the appliances listed -- your requirements may be different. A Tevis Propane site estimator is your best resource for determining the correct tank size to meet your specific needs. Click here to schedule a free estimate.

500 Gallon Tank
Gallons (liquid):
1,000 gallons
Weight:
n/a
Placement:
Above or Under Ground
Optimal Uses:
Whole House Heating (larger square footage); Multiple combinations of any of the above applicances.


500 Gallon Tank
Gallons (liquid):
500 gallons
Weight:
n/a
Placement:
Above or Under Ground
Optimal Uses:
Whole House Heating; Multiple combinations of any of the above applicances.


500 Gallon Tank
Gallons (liquid):
250 gallons
Weight:
n/a
Placement:
Under Ground
Optimal Uses:
One or more of the above appliances, and / or
  • Back-up heat for a heat pump
  • Pool heater
  • Standby generator


Vertical Tank
Gallons (liquid):
120 gallons
Weight:
420 lbs
Placement:
Above Ground
Optimal Uses:
Two or three of the following propane appliances:
  • Cooking (including commercial-grade)
  • Gas fireplace, log set, insert
  • Room heater
  • Standard hot water heater
  • Clothes dryer
  • Outdoor living (lighting, fireplaces, etc.)


Vertical Tank
Gallons (liquid):
Multiple 120 gallons
Weight:
n/a
Placement:
Above Ground
Optimal Uses:
One or more of the above appliances, and / or
  • Back-up heat for a heat pump
  • Pool heater
  • Standby generator


Vertical Tank
Gallons (liquid):
60 gallons
Weight:
200 lbs
Placement:
Above Ground
Optimal Uses:
Cooking (standard household appliance)

Above Ground Diagram
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Cylinder Diagram
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