Propane Tank Rental

Low upfront cost, predictable annual fees, and complete maintenance coverage.

Rent the tank. Leave the Work to us.

A propane tank rental on Vancouver Island removes the biggest barrier to reliable fuel service: the upfront cost of owning your own storage equipment. You pay one straightforward annual fee, and we take on the maintenance, inspection, and safety responsibility for the life of the rental.

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Why Rent Instead of Buy?

Renting makes the most sense for households and businesses that want predictable propane service without a large equipment purchase. Here’s what’s included:

  • Zero upfront capital: No purchase price on the cylinder or tank itself — just delivery, set-up, and an annual rental fee.
  • Maintenance is handled by Ready Propane: We remain responsible for the safety and condition of rented equipment, including required inspections.
  • Simple annual fees: One predictable cost per year, paid in advance, with no surprise rental rate spikes tied to promotional pricing.
  • Free remote monitoring available: Customers on our Auto-fill program, with cellular coverage at their location, can qualify for a remote tank monitor at no additional annual charge — meaning fewer surprises and less to manage.

Rental Options & Specifications:

To qualify for a propane tank rental, your annual fuel usage must meet or exceed 250 litres per year. Tank rentals are structured for primary heating and continuous fuel applications, such as home heating, water heaters, and fireplaces.

Vessel

Typical Users

Notes

33# / 43# Forklift Cylinders

Commercial forklift fleets.

A minimum of 4 cylinders is required to qualify for rental and on-site delivery.

420# Cylinders

Small businesses, homes, cabins & secondary residences, RV’s, and manufactured homes.

Eligible for rental provided annual usage meets the 250 L minimum.

500 US-Gallon ASME Tanks

Large residential homes or commercial accounts with larger loads.

Requires specialized delivery and site access. More space required for set-up.

1,000 US-Gallon ASME Tanks

Commercial, agricultural, and high-volume operations

Requires specialized delivery and site access. More space required for set-up.

Ready Propane does not sell or offer 100# cylinders. For low-volume setups under 250 L per year, 200# cylinders are available for outright purchase. For specialized commercial storage exceeding 1,000 USWG, please contact our Parksville office to discuss options.

Rental Options & Specifications:

To qualify for a propane tank rental, your annual fuel usage must meet or exceed 250 litres per year. Tank rentals are structured for primary heating and continuous fuel applications, such as home heating, water heaters, and fireplaces.

  • 33# / 43# Forklift Cylinders
    Typical Use: Commercial forklift fleets
    Notes: Minimum 4 cylinders on-site required to qualify for delivery
  • 200# / 420# Cylinders
    Typical Use: Homes, cabins, secondary residences, mobile/manufactured homes
    Notes: Eligible for rental provided annual usage meets the 250 L minimum.
  • 500 US-Gallon ASME Tanks
    Typical Use: Larger residential or light commercial heating loads
    Notes: Requires specialized delivery and site access.
  • 1,000 US-Gallon ASME Tanks
    Typical Use: Commercial, agricultural, and high-volume operations
    Notes: Requires specialized delivery and site access.

Ready Propane does not sell or offer 100# cylinders. For low-volume setups under 250 L per year, 200# cylinders are available for outright purchase. For specialized commercial storage exceeding 1,000 USWG, please contact our Parksville office to discuss options.

Skip the Ownership Headaches

Rent It. We Maintain It.

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No Upfront Equipment Cost

Full Maintenance Included

Free Remote Monitoring

Your Tank Rental With Ready Propane

1 –

Tank Transport & Placement

Ready will deliver your rental tank or cylinder to your property and set it safely onto your concrete pad. If you are purchasing a pre-cast pad(s), we will install and level these for you.

2 –

Initial Bulk Fill

We will conduct the initial propane fill, then leak test and safety check the equipment.

3 –

Re-Connection

Where a propane service already exists, we will re-connect and leak test the adjacent gas-works. If the Customer is not home to re-start their appliances, the gas will be left off.

4 –

Ongoing Tank Maintenance

Managing ongoing tank safety inspections and maintaining the rental vessel for the lifetime of your service.

Two propane tanks beside modern house

Getting Your Site Ready for Installation:

To ensure your installation meets provincial safety codes and goes smoothly on delivery day, here is a quick guide to what you’ll need to get ready:

  • Base Preparation: In the case of larger horizontal (ASME) tanks, the customer must provide a solid and level concrete pad capable of supporting the full weight of the tank. Pre-fabricated footings can be purchased, but they are prone to settling.
  • Clearance Compliance: Ensuring the installation location meets required safety clearances from property lines, building openings, ignition sources, and electrical equipment.
  • Site Access: Keeping a clear, unobstructed path from your driveway to the tank pad so our delivery truck and crew can position the vessel safely.
  • Gas-Fitting: Hiring a licensed gas-fitter to run interior and exterior gas lines, install, replace, or service regulators, and connect your appliances. (Ready Propane does not supply, service, or install regulators).
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FAQ

YOUr Rental Questions answered…

From painting your cylinder to knowing the real trade-off between renting and buying, here’s what Vancouver Island renters ask us most.

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Terms and conditions

When you rent, any required inspections, repairs, or equipment requalifications are on us — not you. You pay one flat annual fee to use the tank; all you need to do is keep it clean, clear of combustables, and free of obstructions that would impact the filling and servicing of the equipment.

No. We request that customers do not paint our tanks. This often causes issues at our paint shop when the tank is returned or requalified.

See our sizing and placement sheet, or contact our office and we’ll walk you through the requirements for your specific property.

A minimum of 18 inches to meet code.

Yes! We provide tank rentals for RV setups in two common situations:

1) Building sites: Keeping you warm and powered while constructing your permanent home.
2) Year-round RV living: Full-time residents in RV resorts that permit year-round occupation.

Note on onboard tanks: Safety regulations prevent us from filling motorhomes or chassis-mounted fuel tanks directly on-site. If your RV has a built-in tank, see our full FAQ for the nearest local station licensed for drive-up vehicle fills.

Please review our tank and cylinder rental terms and conditions for details about rental periods, annual usage requirements, fees, and ending your rental agreement.