How Long Does Propane Last?

With Koppy’s Propane, you’ll always have a filled propane tank.

propane Mountain Top, PA When temperatures drop and snowy, icy weather rolls in to our part of Pennsylvania, we know that homeowners need dependable home comfort. And nothing is more dependable than propane gas.

In this article, we want to discuss the longevity of propane and the equipment that uses it, plus discuss how Koppy’s Propane can help you get the most from this amazing, versatile home energy source.

The Shelf Life of Propane

You might have had the experience of reaching the end of the summer and needing to dispose of gasoline for your lawnmower that will expire over the winter. Many of our customers want to know how long they can expect their propane to last in a tank before “going bad.”

We’re happy to report to you that propane has an unlimited shelf life. It won’t spoil or lose combustibility no matter how long it remains in your propane cylinder or home propane tank. This is especially beneficial for households that have a standby propane generator. These backup power systems need to have a full tank of propane but may not use it for months or even years. With propane’s longevity, though, you can be confident that your fuel will be ready to go when you need it.

Life Expectancy of a Propane Tank

Like the fuel it contains, a propane tank is built to last. You can count on your home’s aboveground tank to last for 30 years or longer with proper upkeep.

(Underground tanks have slightly shorter lifespans of 20-30 years.)

When you lease your propane tank from Koppy’s Propane, you can rest assured that it will receive the attention it needs because we handle all the upkeep as part of your lease.

Life Expectancies of Propane Products

Propane powers so much vital, efficient equipment in your home. How long can you expect these systems and appliances to last? Here’s a breakdown of the average life expectancies of standard propane products that receive proper, regular maintenance:

Furnaces — 15-20 years
Traditional water heaters — 8-12 years
Tankless water heaters — up to 20 years
Gas ranges — 13-15 years
Propane dryer — 10-15 years
Space heater — 15-20 years
Gas fireplace — 15-25 years, depending on frequency of use
Standby generator — 30 years or more

The expert team at Koppy’s Propane is always at your service to provide top-notch equipment maintenance and repairs. We’ll help you get the best possible service life from your propane products.

Reliable Propane Delivery from the Koppy’s Team

When your home comfort depends on having a reliably filled propane tank, you need a fuel provider that’s dedicated to you as a customer and a neighbor. For 80 years, Koppy’s Propane has proudly served households in Mountain Top, Hazleton, New Bloomfield and other communities throughout Central and Southeast Pennsylvania. We offer complimentary automatic propane delivery to all our customers. We’ll handle all the planning for you so that you never need to worry about running low on propane.

Join the happy family of Koppy’s Propane customers. We cannot wait to serve your household this winter.