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Regardless, a good rule of thumb is to calculate the size of the tank based on the square footage of the home. A home that is 2,500 square feet in size will usually require a 500-gallon tank, while a home that is 5,000 square feet in size will require a 1,000-gallon tank.

Regardless, a good rule of thumb is to calculate the size of the tank based on the square footage of the home. A home that is 2,500 square feet in size will usually require a 500-gallon tank, while a home that is 5,000 square feet in size will require a 1,000-gallon tank.

The 500 and 1,000 gallon tanks

Medium sized homes (approximately 2500-3500 sq ft.)

500 Gallon Tank

If you're looking to heat your home and use propane appliances on top of that a 500-gallon tank is a great choice to choose from. The smaller tanks are great for appliances, but with a 500-gallon tank, you'll be able to use central heat. This tank is typically 10 feet long and 37 inches in diameter.

500 Gallon tanks are approximately 10' long and 38” in diameter.

500 Gallon Tank

This size tank is the most commonly used propane tank size and can be used to heat entire houses and for commercial applications.

500 Gallon Tank

A 500 gallon propane tank is an efficient option for larger homes (1,500 square feet or more) that use propane for several appliances. Examples include: gas furnaces, gas fireplaces, gas ranges, gas hot water heaters, and gas clothes dryers. 500 gallon tanks are 9'11 long and 37½” in diameter.

500-gallon Tank: If you have a bigger home – from 2,500 to 4,500 square feet – then this is the right tank for you. They are perfect to power whole home systems, generations, and even home heating. There are two versions: above the ground or underground.

If you have a 100-pound tank, you can have it filled off-site or on-site. If you do not have your 100-pound tank filled on-site, it needs to be 3 feet from all building openings and 5 feet away from any ignition source, direct vent intakes and mechanical air intakes.

325-gallon propane tank:

If you use propane to heat your home, this is the most common size tank used in our area. This is typically used for homes from 1500 to 2500 square feet.

Does the size of a propane tank matter? ›

When using propane for home heat, the size of your home will dictate the size of the tank you need. If your tank is too small for the square footage of your home, you'll run out of propane too soon. If you have a tank that is bigger than what you need you'll pay too much for refills.

For 125- to 500-gallon propane tanks, the distance is at least 10 feet – from any building and from any property line. Same with underground propane tanks that hold up to 2,000 gallons: The minimum distance, from either a building or a property line, is 10 feet.

A 500-gallon tank is best for homes that are under 3,500 square feet and use several propane appliances like a hot-water heater, a stove, a dryer, and a refrigerator. If your home is larger than 3,500 square feet, you may want to upgrade to the 1,000-gallon tank.

So a 500-gallon tank only holds 400 gallons. Propane is like gas—prices vary by location and change daily. The current national average of propane is $2.337 per gallon, meaning it costs about $940 to fill up a 500-gallon tank.

100-pound propane tank: This small tank is for when you only use propane in one appliance like a range, or fireplace. 120-gallon propane tank: If you use propane in one or two appliances, such as a range, fireplace or clothes dryer, this might be better suited to be your tank of choice.

A 500-gallon tank holds 400 gallons of propane and can last several months, ranging between 2 to 14 months. On average, homeowners can expect that the tank will last around 5 months with regular use of appliances.

20 lb Propane Tank

Uses: Commonly used for resale and with propane grills, generators, patio heaters, and other outdoor equipment. 20 pound propane tanks are often referred to as grill cylinders and hold 4.6 gallons of propane when full.

A 500-gallon tank is usually the best option for homes using propane for heat and powering appliances. If your home exceeds 3,500 square feet, you should consider buying two 500-gallon containers or installing a larger underground propane tank.