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By Cath Buhr


There are many reasons why people begin prepping. Perhaps they just enjoy the feeling of self-reliance that comes with being prepared or perhaps they worry about society's collapse or another serious issue. Whatever the reason, propane can be an excellent option for preppers as well as off-grid enthusiasts or people who simply live in a rural area. To get started with propane, you must begin by learning about propane tank prices and propane prices in general.

There are many reasons why propane can be a smart choice for a prepper or anyone who lives in a rural area or prefers to live off the grid. For one thing, propane is a green fuel and won't harm the environment unlike wood or coal. In addition, you can stockpile large amounts of propane, which is something you cannot do with natural gas or electricity, unless, of course, you have solar panels and batteries to store the power you harness from the sun.

You might be worried about the cost of propane tanks for sale, and they do range in cost based on size and condition. New tanks obviously cost several hundred dollars more than a refurbished tank, so looking at used propane tank prices can be a smart idea. If you wish to stockpile, you probably won't be as interested in a 100-gallon propane tank as you would be in 500-gallon propane tanks or even 1,000-gallon tanks. If you have room on your property for multiple tanks, this also can be a good option. Also, ask your propane company if they are able to bury your propane tank, which is sometimes an option.

Storing large amounts of propane is not only a smart move for preppers but also anyone who lives in a rural location that's not particularly easy to access. If this describes your situation, it might be wisest to look at the larger tanks, as these won't need to be filled as often. The last thing you want is to run low on propane during the dead of winter when roads are impassable or there are propane shortages. Shortages can occur when the demand is high, so if you have a large tank or more than one tank, you will always have plenty of fuel on hand.

Propane prices fluctuate and the prices tend to be much higher from about October to March, when the weather is cooler. If you have a larger tank, you can purchase a large amount of propane in July or August or whenever the propane price per gallon is very low, and this can help you save money and ensure that you have plenty of propane on hand. As with other prepping supplies, stocking up with propane is always a smart tactic to consider.

As you shop around and search for propane tanks for sale as well as propane, ask the different propane companies that you call about the type of propane they sell. You really want to buy HD-5 propane if possible, as this type of propane burns cleaner and hotter. HD-10 propane also is available and might even cost a few cents less per gallon from some companies, but it is less efficient, so in the long run you may save by purchasing HD-5 propane instead.




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