Author Archives: Texas Propane

How to Check Your Propane Tank Supply Before Ordering a Propane Refill

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Texas Propane

The fall season will be here before you know it. This season brings surprisingly cold nights in most areas, even in Texas. This causes us to turn on the heat or our fireplaces for the night. Extra blankets and covers … Continue reading →

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Do Propane Tanks Explode?

Posted on July 23, 2018 by Texas Propane

The question of “do propane tanks explode?” is a common question among people who are unfamiliar with propane, propane tanks, propane accidents and explosions involving any type of container storing flammable or combustible material. Propane tanks don’t just explode if … Continue reading →

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Environmentally Friendly Propane Gas for Your Home or Business

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Texas Propane

Refined fuels and petroleum products are perceived as pollutants and environmentally unfriendly. However, propane is not only clean and environmentally friendly in its unused state, it also produces exhaust emissions that exceed the requirements for clean fuel vehicles and surpass … Continue reading →

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Propane Loss Due to a Leak

Posted on June 22, 2018 by Texas Propane

Questions among our customers often involve having a leak and “How much propane gas did I lose?” Typically, the answer is not that much. In reality, a small leak will result in the loss of maybe a gallon of propane … Continue reading →

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Propane Permits and Local Requirements in Texas

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Texas Propane

Requirements for permits and code compliance pertaining to propane gas and tank installation exist in some locales in Texas. In many scenarios, the rules (NFPA 58) state that any additional and final control lies with “the authority having jurisdiction”. Therefore, … Continue reading →

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Summer Outdoor Propane Grilling Safety Tips

Posted on May 22, 2018 by Texas Propane

With summer in full swing, make sure to keep the following outdoor propane grilling safety tips in mind.

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Everything You Need to Know About Propane Tank Dimensions

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Texas Propane

Propane tanks come in all shapes and sizes. Therefore, finding the exact dimensions is necessary for proper propane tank installation. Our team here at Texas Propane can help you determine the appropriate propane tank dimensions and sizing, as well as … Continue reading →

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Propane Tank Size and Vaporization Capacity

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Texas Propane

Vaporization is the process of liquid conversion into gas (or vapor). As propane boils, it is in the process of vaporizing. Water boils at 212°F, where it converts to a vapor we know as steam. Propane operates the same way, … Continue reading →

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Vaporizers for Propane Tanks

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Texas Propane

Often times, commercial and industrial propane applications using high demand LP Gas equipment will incorporate propane vaporizers to satisfy appliance BTU requirements. The use of vaporizers is common when equipment or appliance demand exceeds the vaporizing capacity of the tank. … Continue reading →

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Commercial Propane Tank Sizing for Your Business

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Texas Propane

Propane is common for commercial and industrial fuel for many high volume usage activities. There are numerous different industrial and commercial uses for propane. Therefore, choosing a propane tank of proper size to suit the application requirements can be complex. … Continue reading →

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