Aboveground tanks
Accessible, durable, and easy to service. An aboveground tank is a reliable fit for many North Country properties.
Best when access and serviceability are top priorities.HomePropane tank size guide
Comfort starts with the right fit
Find the propane tank that fits your life.
From cooking and hot water to whole-home heat, J.C. Merriman’s helps North Country homeowners select dependable propane storage for the way they live.
Selecting your storage
A tank should match more than your home’s square footage.
The best tank size depends on your appliances, fuel usage, delivery preference, and property. We’ll help you choose a practical option that keeps you comfortable and makes deliveries simple, whether propane runs a range, a pool heater, or your whole home.
Installation options
Above ground or underground: your property, your choice.
Our team will review access, appearance, and practical placement considerations before recommending an installation approach.
Underground tanks
Keep propane storage out of sight while preserving your yard’s visual appeal. Site conditions and access guide the fit.
Ideal for homes where a clean landscape is a priority. Note: Underground tanks must be purchased by the customer.Common residential sizes
Which propane tank size is right for you?
These are common capacities and suggested uses. Your J.C. Merriman’s team member can confirm the best tank and configuration for your property.
Cooking cylinder
100 lb Tank
- Commonly called a 100 lb tank
- Cooking use
Typical usable fill: about 23 gal.
Small appliance tank
60 Gallon
- Ranges and ovens
- Clothes dryers
- Light cooking use
Typical usable fill: about 50 gal.
Common two-tank home setup
120 Gallon
- Water heaters
- Stand-alone generators
- Space or pool heat
Note: A tank used only for a generator must be customer-owned.
Typical usable fill: about 100 gal.
Flexible all-around
250 Gallon
- Appliances and water heat
- Seasonal pool heating
- Multiple propane uses
Typical usable fill: about 200 gal.
Whole-home comfort
500 Gallon
- Central home heating
- Hot water and appliances
- Higher-use homes
Typical usable fill: about 400 gal.
Large-use tank
1,000 Gallon
- Large homes
- Multi-use properties
- Commercial applications
Typical usable fill: about 800 gal.
Capacity and placement shown are typical illustrations, not a site-specific recommendation. Equipment availability, delivery access, local requirements, and expected usage all affect final sizing.
A recommendation you can trust
Not sure where to start? We’ll make it simple.
A quick conversation with our propane team helps us recommend a tank based on the equipment you use and the delivery plan that works best for you.
- Review your propane appliances
- Consider seasonal use
- Discuss tank location
- Choose your delivery type
Helpful details
A few things to know before installation.
We will work with you to plan for delivery access, safe placement, and the needs of your specific propane equipment. The answers below cover a few common questions.
Ask a tank questionHow do I know what tank size I need?
Start with the appliances you use and whether propane provides primary heat. We’ll also factor in your home, your seasonal needs, and how often you prefer deliveries.
Can I choose an underground tank?
In many cases, yes. Underground tanks must be purchased by the customer. We’ll confirm that your property has the access and site conditions that make an underground installation a good fit.
How is propane tank placement determined?
Placement is planned around safe clearances, service access, delivery access, the location of propane appliances, and applicable local requirements.
What delivery plans are available?
J.C. Merriman’s offers Automatic, Julian, and Will Call delivery options. Our team can help you choose the approach that best suits your use and schedule.
Ready for dependable propane service?
Check your price or contact the J.C. Merriman’s team today.