FAQ

Look at the gauge on the top of your tank under the dome lid. The reading is usually shown as a percentage. It is a round gauge with a number and a hand similar to a clock hand. Your tank is full at 80%. If your level is getting low, contact us when it reaches 20% to avoid running out if we are unable to get to you for a few days.

Unlike diesel's one-year shelf life and gasoline's three- to six-month shelf life, propane can be stored indefinitely so it is highly effective and convenient for both residential and commercial sectors, and the ideal partner in emergency preparedness plans

Yes, but you can only paint your propane tank with colors that will reflect heat. Dark colors absorb heat while lighter colors reflect it, so it is best to choose light colors. Tejas Propane will not deliver if your tank is not a light, reflective color. Remember that rust is a color and will contribute to the absorption of heat. You may be asked to clean up and paint a rusty tank.

Yes, rust can be an issue for your propane tank because it is a dark color that contributes to the absorption of heat. Another issue caused by rusted tanks is pitting, which happens when a tank is excessively rusted, eating away at the surface of the tank. Remove rust by sanding or scraping the surface with a wire brush.

Although the purpose of a propane regulator is the same, regulator selection is determined solely by the application requirements, specifically the downstream demand of the regulator. This will inform the type of regulator and where it should be located within the system. Some propane systems incorporate multiple regulators for efficiency, while others, such as a grill, only need one low BTU grill regulator. Our propane expert at Tejas Propane will tell you when it is time to replace a regulator. Types of regulators include: High Pressure Regulators First Stage Regulators Second Stage Regulators Integral Two-Stage Regulators Adjustable High-Pressure Regulators Automatic Changeover Regulators

Tejas Propane recommends that you contact us when your tank is at 20%.

The gauge is usually on the top area of the tank under the dome lid. It will have a dial with a clock hand. The dial hand similar to a clock hand. It will give you a percentage reading of gas in your tank. If you are not sure where to look or have any questions, contact us, and we can help you find it.