The only thing worse than not having propane at all is having a propane tank that gets exhausted while you’re in the middle of using it! No one wants to end up with a half-grilled dinner. That’s why it’s necessary to know how long a propane tank lasts — so that you can refill it …
We’ve all seen incredible explosions occur in video games, television series, and movies when the hero shoots a propane tank, causing a burning inferno. Although stunning and shocking to see, how accurate are these depictions? Propane tanks are highly unlikely to explode from being shot with a gun. The risk of someone dying from a …
As a propane tank owner, one of the issues you’ll most likely face at some point is a frozen tank, especially if you live in a cold climate. If your tank freezes, you might lose access to the propane inside, and that certainly isn’t something you want to happen when the weather is severely cold. …
As a homeowner who uses a propane tank, you might want to know if it’s possible to overfill a tank. That’s an easy one: Yes, it is! Propane tanks shouldn’t be more than 80% full, so anything more than that is considered an overfill and can be a fire and safety hazard. That’s why it’s …
Detecting An Overfilled Propane Tank And How To Bleed It Read More »
Just as you need to know what to do to stay safe while your propane tank is in use, it’s also crucial to know what to do when you aren’t using it. A propane tank is not something to take lightly, you want to avoid the potential for a gas leak or any other dangerous …
Do You Need To Turn Off The Propane Tank After Grilling? Safety Guide Read More »
More and more people are ditching electric heat for propane and natural gas, and you might be considering the same. These fossil fuels are still a much more efficient option than electricity, especially when you consider how cheap they are to install or use day-to-day. Obviously they aren’t great for global warming, but if you’re …
Propane Tank Vs. Natural Gas: Comparing Cost, Safety, And Efficiency Read More »
Propane is one of the most popular household energy sources in the country. Some everyday propane uses include home heating, backup generators, and powering gas fireplaces. Whatever the application, your propane tank’s threading determines how safe you arrangement is, because cross-threaded or mis-threaded tanks can lead to leaking propane. Propane tanks are reverse threaded (or …
Propane tanks are easy to use. However, there are also risks involved in using them, especially if they aren’t adequately stored. Since propane tanks are primarily used outside, you might be wondering if you can just leave them out exposed to the elements. What’s the worst that could happen? Surely it couldn’t explode…could it‽ Propane …
Propane and natural gas are far handier than electricity when you need fire or heat, no doubt about that. However, some people still think propane and natural gases are the same. However, they really aren’t. While there are many ways to differentiate between natural gas and propane, one vital way to tell them apart is …
Fire is a delicate issue – one that should never be taken lightly. Many items in your home can be a fire hazard, and that includes your propane tank. Because of that, it’s necessary to know what to do if a propane tank catches fire. If your propane tank catches fire, you should immediately contact …
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