What do I do with my propane tank when I move?
It is dangerous to travel with a tank on its side, so it’s extremely important to keep the propane tank in a vertical position during transport. ALWAYS place the cylinder in a well-ventilated area of the vehicle. ALWAYS close the cylinder valve. Seal it with a plug if required—even if the cylinder is empty.
Can I return a full propane tank to Home Depot?
A: Thank you for your recent inquiry with The Home Depot regarding Propane Tank Exchange. We currently are unable to offer curbside pick for this item. It must be purchased instore and your empty tank will be exchanged at the tank storage area. Propane tanks are not allowed to enter the store.
How hard is it to move a propane tank?
Moving a propane tank is not something you should attempt to do yourself. Although it is not necessarily illegal, the disadvantages far outweigh the benefits. Moving a propane tank often requires complicated modifications or reinstallation of your propane connections, such as valves, regulators, piping, etc.
Can you lay down a 100 lb propane tank?
Customers may transport up to 1,000 pounds of propane in the back of an open pickup truck or trailer. However, the propane cylinders must still be transported in the vertical and upright position. A 100-pound propane cylinder is heavy and should be loaded carefully and with the help of another person.
Does Blue Rhino take expired tanks?
However, some propane exchange companies, including Blue Rhino, will happily take your unused propane cylinders and recycle them at no cost to you. If you have a propane tank that you don’t want, place your old tank beside a Blue Rhino display and we’ll take care of the rest.
Can you lay a 100 lb propane tank on its side?
Never transport a 100-lb cylinder in a sedan or SUV or on its side. Once the propane cylinder is loaded into the back of the truck, find the anchor points. Use twine, rope or other tie-downs to secure the cylinder at the base, near the foot ring and at the top to secure the cylinder in the vertical, upright position.
Do propane exchanges have to be the same brand?
We accept all brands of propane tanks and cylinders for exchange.
How do I return a Blue Rhino propane tank?
If you do have an empty tank, it’s as easy as Drop, Swap, & Go. First, find a Blue Rhino retailer by visiting our store locator or by texting FIND to 75653. When you arrive at the store, drop your empty tank beside the propane display. Don’t bring tanks inside!
Do 20 lb propane tanks expire?
How long are propane tanks good for? In the United States, a bottle is qualified for 12 years from the date of manufacture, while in Canada it’s good for 10 years. A recertified tank is good for 5, 7, or 12 years, depending on the method and type of recertification.
How do you move a 100lb propane tank?
Does Home Depot sell propane?
Home Depot customers rate this model at 4.5 out Whether you have natural gas or propane fuel at your disposal won’t matter. Empava includes both natural gas and propane adapters with each
How to exchange your propane tank at Home Depot?
Visit your local home depot store
How to get a propane refill at Home Depot?
Is it cheaper to refill or exchange a propane tank?
Whether it’s cheaper to refill propane or exchange, the answer is, refilling will get you your money’s worth. However, exchanging is not as bad as it seems, and it’s okay if you prefer to go down that road. It’s easier for you to find more tank exchanging locations rather than refilling ones.