You don't want your propane tank at home to ever run empty, because you rely on the propane to heat your home and keep water hot as well. If you use your propane tank for most of your home's appliances, a slow leak or ample use can deplete your propane more quickly than you'd realize and you can be left without your main heat source for a while until you can get your residential propane tank refill service done.
You don't want to run out of propane because it can be an unexpected cost to have the refill done in the middle of winter or during a season where demand is high and costs are high as well. Have your contractor show you how to check if your propane levels are low the next time they come out to do a residential propane refill so you have the tools to keep an eye out in the future.
Here are signs your propane is low. Never attempt to do a residential propane refill on your own. This service should be left to a professional.
Your tank is indicating low levels
Your propane tank should come with some kind of gauge that tells you what pressure it is at. There should also be a gauge that tells you how much propane is in the tank or what level the tank is at. This gauge is mainly for your propane refill specialist to use, but is also for your own use as well. Once you see that your propane levels are under a comfortable level, you can call your residential propane tank refill specialist and get on the list for a refill.
It's wise to not wait until you are nearly empty to call and have your tank refilled. If you are on an auto-schedule with your residential propane tank refill company, then it can be easy to forget to check your unit, but you should start checking it at least once a month, especially during the winter seasons or seasons you use more of your propane-fueled appliances.
Your home is without heat or hot water
If your home is lacking in heat or hot water, it can be because the propane tank is already empty or the levels are so low the propane cannot consistently get through the lines to operate appliances. This is a common occurrence and often how residential properties find out they are low on propane. Once your propane specialist refills the tank, you should be OK to use your appliances without issue again.
For more information about residential propane refills, contact a local company.
