Propane Tanks and Installation

Here at Sandifer’s L.P. Gas & Service Co. Inc., safety is our top priority. Our certified installation and service technicians are equipped with the training to install, service, and inspect residential and commercial propane tanks. When you choose Sandifer’s to meet your home or business’ propane needs, you can trust that your fuel equipment is always up to industry safety standards.

Whether you are seeking a replacement for your current tank or you’re in need of a completely new installation, Sandifer’s has got you covered. Our service staff will help you determine which type of tank is right for your property based on your home or business’s layout.  Once you’ve decided on a tank, one of our professional installation crews will deliver and install your sized tank specifically to meet national and local service area safety regulations.


Tank Installation and Safety

Above Ground Tank Installation

Sandifers

10ft from a source of ignition, property line that can be built upon, or building

125ft from access point for propane delivery truck

Tank installed on solid masonry foundation

System installed with 2 stage system

Gas line ran in poly pipe, copper, galvanized, black iron, or CSST

Note: Copper, galvanized, black iron, and CSST all have special requirements

Gas line needs to be sleeved if ran underneath a driveway or concrete slab

If you have more than 1 tank, tanks need to be installed 3ft apart side-to-side or 10ft end-to-end, also the 10ft distance requirement rule changes to 25ft

Underground Tank Installation

Sandifers

10ft from a source of ignition, property that can be built upon, or building

125ft from access point for propane delivery truck

System installed with 2 stage system

Gas line ran in poly pipe, copper, galvanized, black iron, or CSST

Note: copper, galvanized, black iron, and CSST all have special requirements

Gas line needs to be sleeved if ran underneath a driveway or concrete slab

System needs anode bag, 9lb. for 250 gallon, 17lb. for 500 gallon, and 2-17lb. for 1000 gallon

Anode bags need to be checked at install date, 12-18 months after, and then 3 years after

On-Site Cylinder Fill

Sandifers

Only cylinders over 100lb. can be filled on-site

125ft from access point for propane delivery truck

10ft from a source of ignition, openings into direct-vent, or air intake

10ft from crawl space opening, windows, or exhaust fan

125ft from access point for propane delivery truck

Cylinder installed on solid masonry foundation

System installed with 2 stage system

100lb. Cylinder Exchange

Sandifers

5ft from source of ignition, opening into direct-vent or air intake

3ft from crawl space opening, windows, or exhaust fan

Cylinder installed on solid masonry foundation

System installed with 2 stage system

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