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Propane Tanks
Our highly skilled and trained service technicians can provide your complete tank and gas line installation from start to finish. Whether you need a tank set for gas logs or a larger sized tank to serve multiple propane appliances, we have what you need. If you are considering propane and have questions about tank sizing or need other installation information, please contact your local Blue Ridge Energy office to discuss how we can best meet your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can my tank be installed?
We strive for timely service and are continually scheduling installations. However, installation times will vary depending on the time of year you request your tank installation. Summer installations can often be scheduled within one or two business days while winter installations may take as long as three or four weeks. A Blue Ridge Energy service technician will contact you to determine a convenient day and time when your tank can be installed.
How far from the house or adjoining property must a propane tank be installed?
Per NFPA 58 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code:
Above Ground Tanks
Note 1: Regardless of its size, any ASME container filled on site must be located so that the filling connecting and fixed maximum liquid level gauge are at least 10 ft from any external source of ignition (e.g. open flame, window A/C, compressor), intake to direct-vented gas appliance, or intake to a mechanical ventilation system.
Note 2: Refer to 3.2.2.2(d) in NFPA 58 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code.
Note 3: This distance may be reduced to no less than 10 ft for a single container of 1200 gal (4.5 m3) water capacity or less, provided such container is at least 25 ft from any other LP-Gas container of more than 125 gal (0.5 m3) water capacity.
Underground Tanks
Note 1: The relief valve, filling connection, and liquid fixed maximum level gauge vent connection at the container must be at least 10 ft from any exterior source of ignition, openings into direct-vent appliances, or mechanical ventilation air intakes.
Note 2: No part of an underground container shall be less than 10 ft from an important building or line of adjoining property that can be built upon.
Do I have to pay all at once?
Customers can pay in full or take advantage of our budget billing program that allows you to spread payments over a 12-month period. Contact our office to review the budget billing program requirements.
