✅ 1. Primary Use of Propane
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Heating only → Larger tank (500–1,000 gallons)
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Heating + Cooking + Hot Water + Dryer → Larger tank needed
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Backup Generator only → Smaller tank (100–250 gallons)
✅ 2. Square Footage & Climate
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4-bedroom homes usually range from 1,800 to 3,000 sq. ft.
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Colder climates (e.g., Northern U.S.) require more fuel storage than warmer regions.
✅ 3. Common Tank Sizes & What They Power
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100 gallons – Small appliances or backup generator only.
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250 gallons – Cooking, hot water, dryer, fireplace (NOT full-home heat).
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500 gallons – Common for 2,000–3,000 sq. ft. homes using propane for heating, hot water, and appliances.
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1,000 gallons – Large homes (over 3,500 sq. ft.) or if you want fewer deliveries.
✅ General Rule for 4-Bedroom Home
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If propane is primary heat source → 500-gallon tank is typical.
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If you want longer refill intervals or live in a very cold region → 1,000-gallon tank.
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If propane is only for cooking and a few appliances → 250-gallon tank