What You’ll Learn How do I handle the propane tank when selling or buying a home? You need to determine whether the propane tank is owned or leased, confirm how much propane remains in the tank, and coordinate with the propane supplier before closing. If the tank is...
What You’ll Learn Can I switch my home to a propane water heater? Yes, you can switch to a propane water heater if your home has the proper installation setup and meets local safety codes. Many homes convert from electric or natural gas water heaters to propane...
A heat pump with propane backup is an efficient heating solution for our Pennsylvania winters. It works like a reversible air conditioner, providing warmth in winter and cool air in summer.
What You’ll Learn Can I switch propane companies, or am I stuck with my current supplier? It depends on whether you own or rent your tank. If you own it, you’re free to shop around for the best price and service starting tomorrow. If you lease it, you can still...
What You’ll Learn How can I check how much propane is left in my tank? For large home tanks, read the float gauge on top—it shows the percentage of propane remaining (never above 80% for safety). Never let it drop below 20% to avoid air getting into your system. For...
What You’ll Learn How can propane appliances cause carbon monoxide, and what should I watch for? Propane itself burns clean, but carbon monoxide becomes a risk when appliances aren’t working right—like when vents are blocked, burners are dirty, or equipment is aging....
What You’ll Learn How do I know what kind of pilot light my furnace has? You can often identify your furnace’s ignition type by watching how it starts. Significantly older furnaces may still have a standing pilot light, a small flame that burns continuously and...
What You’ll Learn How can I landscape around my underground propane tank dome without causing problems? You have several options: plant perennial flowers or ground cover around it, cover it with a faux-rock dome, surround it with metal or wooden garden decorations, or...
What You’ll Learn What do I need to know about checking a propane tank level before ordering a refill? The first thing you need to understand is how to read your propane gauge correctly and what the percentage numbers actually mean. Next, you’ll learn why a full tank...
What You’ll Learn Why is my furnace making a weird noise? There are many reasons why your furnace might make noise, and it’s important to determine what type of noise it is to figure out what’s wrong. Rapid clicking correlates to ignition troubles, hissing points to a...