Posted: March 10, 2025

Propane Tank Solutions: Safe and Efficient Propane Storage

Best practices for staying out of harm’s way

If you use propane for anything in your East Texas home or business you are going to need a propane tank. After all, you need some sort of device or container for your fuel to go in.

But what size should this tank be and where does it need to go once it is on your property?

Fortunately, Buster Brown Propane can help answer these questions and any other questions you might have about propane tanks. Our team is made up of experienced professionals who are trained to handle all aspects of propane tank installation, maintenance and repairs. We can seamlessly get you all set up and settled with the propane tank that will work best for you and your needs.

Different propane tank sizes

A homeowner or business owner has his or her options when it comes to propane tank size. When selecting your tank you should consider what exactly you are using propane for, how large your home or worksite is and what type of condition the appliances that you want to power with propane are in.

Let’s take a look at some common propane tank sizes:

• 120-gallon tanks: Small tanks like this are good for powering one single appliance such as a fireplace or a space heater.
• 250-gallon tanks: If you are looking to heat water or a pool or power a standby generator, a tank of this size can get the job done.
• 500-gallon tanks: If you have multiple appliances you want to power with propane or want to use propane for whole-house heating purposes, a 500-gallon tank is recommended.
• 1,000-gallon tank: Tanks this large are typically reserved for commercial purposes and very large homes.

Both 500-gallon tanks and 1,000-gallon tanks can be installed either aboveground or underground.

Proper propane tank storage

Storing your propane properly is more than about just figuring out where there is room for your tank. Following certain guidelines when it comes to propane tank storage is incredibly important and helps ensure everyone’s safety.

Here is what is recommended when it comes to propane tank storage:

• Whenever possible, store your propane and your propane tank outside in a well-ventilated area that is out of direct sunlight. If it is not possible to keep your propane tank outside, the next best option is a space like a detached garage or a shed that is not directly attached to a home.
• Keep propane away from any potential sources of ignition, vents and windows that will be open at any point.
• A propane tank should be kept upright at all times and on a level surface.
• Keep the gas valve off when your propane tank is in storage.

Get a propane tank from Buster Brown Propane

If you are looking for a new propane tank to add to your East Texas home, look no further than Buster Brown. Homeowners in the area can buy, rent-to-own or lease tanks from us.

We also offer a wireless propane tank monitoring service that helps you from running out of propane.

Contact Buster Brown today to learn more about the propane tanks we carry as well as our other propane services.