How Many Propane Tanks Do I Need?
Whether you’re building a new propane-powered home, planning to switch some or all your propane appliances, or simply adding more propane appliances to improve the quality of your home life, we know what you’re thinking - “How many propane tanks do I actually need?”

Well, that all depends on the number of propane appliances in your home and how you use them. If you set it up properly, the size tank set for your home should be able to serve ALL of your propane appliances and provide ample storage capacity for your specific needs. Not to mention, choosing the right size propane tank from the get-go will also save you money on your energy bills.
Think about it. The right size propane tank for your home will keep costs down by controlling how many times you need to fill up and how often you will need deliveries. Simple, right?
But first, you need to know what sizes are available and what they’re commonly used for.
20 lb Cylinder Tank
Common uses: BBQ grills, mosquito catchers, patio heaters
Holds 5 gallons of propane
Very portable, easy to pick up
30-40 lb Cylinder Tank
Common uses: Forklifts and other specialized autogas-fueled vehicles.
Holds 7 to 10 gallons of propane
Portable, can be picked up by one person

100 lb Cylinder Tank
Common uses: gas cooking ranges, home fireplaces, dryers, and other smaller appliances and heating devices.
Holds 25 gallons of propane
Relatively portable, but may need help to be picked up
120-250 Gallon Tank
Common uses: heating, hot water, dryers, fireplaces, generators, pool heat.
Tank installation needed
Generally not intended for whole house
Lease or Purchase options available

500 Gallon Tank
Common uses: Whole home systems, home heating, generators, pool heat.
Most common size for propane residential use.
Tank installation needed
Lease or Purchase options available
1000 Gallon Tank
Whole home systems, home heating, generators, pool heat
Perfect for larger square footage homes
Tank installation needed
Lease or Purchase options available.
Let Nelson Propane help you select and install the right propane tank for your home. Give us a call today! 800-234-9052