Residential Propane Delivery vs Cylinder Refill: Which Should You Choose?
Two main ways to keep propane on hand at home: scheduled delivery to a permanent tank, or refilling portable cylinders at a station. Each makes sense for different households. Here's how to decide.
Address: 7214 Taft St, Hollywood, FL 33024
Key Takeaway
For most South Florida households running propane for a BBQ, patio heater, or occasional generator, cylinder refills at a station are cheaper than scheduled residential delivery. For whole-home propane (cooking, water heater, pool heater, full-time generator), scheduled delivery to a permanent tank can be more convenient — but typically costs more per pound. Propane Refill Station in Hollywood, FL handles the cylinder side. Call (954) 966-1763.
What is residential propane delivery?
Scheduled propane delivery is when a company installs a permanent propane tank (typically 120, 250, 500, or 1000 gallons) on your property and refills it on a recurring schedule. You pay per gallon delivered plus delivery and rental fees. Used most often for whole-home propane systems: cooking, water heating, pool heating, and standby generators.
What is cylinder refill?
Cylinder refill is when you bring portable DOT propane cylinders (20 lb, 30 lb, 40 lb, 100 lb) to a refill station and pay by the pound delivered. Used most often for BBQs, patio heaters, RVs, food trucks, and backup generators.
Which is cheaper for a typical South Florida household?
For households using propane for a BBQ, patio heater, or occasional generator (the typical South Florida pattern), cylinder refill is almost always cheaper. You only pay for the propane you use, with no monthly tank rental fees, no minimum delivery charges, and no contract.
For households running propane through 3+ major appliances year-round, delivery may even out or come out ahead on cost depending on local pricing.
When does delivery make sense?
- You have a permanent residential tank already installed
- You run a full-time propane standby generator
- You heat a pool or spa with propane year-round
- You have 3+ propane-fueled appliances and don't want to swap cylinders
When does cylinder refill make sense?
- You only use propane for a BBQ or grill
- You have a patio heater that runs seasonally
- You have a portable backup generator for hurricane season
- You have an RV and want to refill on your schedule, not a delivery window
- You want the lowest cost per pound of propane
Can I do both?
Yes. Many households have a residential tank for whole-home use AND keep a couple of portable cylinders for the grill, patio heater, or hurricane backup. The cylinders get refilled at our station; the residential tank gets scheduled deliveries from a separate company.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is residential propane delivery cheaper than cylinder refill?
Usually no, for households with light-to-moderate propane use (BBQ, patio heater, occasional generator). Cylinder refill bills only for propane delivered with no rental or minimum fees. Delivery can come out ahead if you run 3+ propane appliances year-round.
When does residential propane delivery make sense?
When you have a permanent residential tank installed, run a full-time standby generator, heat a pool/spa with propane, or have 3+ major propane appliances and want hands-off refills.
When does cylinder refill make sense?
For BBQ-only households, patio heater users, hurricane backup generators, RV owners, and anyone who wants the lowest cost per pound of propane.
Can I do cylinder refills and residential delivery at the same time?
Yes. Many households have a residential tank for whole-home use plus portable cylinders for the grill or hurricane backup. Use both as needed.
Do you do residential propane delivery in South Florida?
Propane Refill Station handles cylinder refills only. For residential tank delivery, contact a propane-delivery company in your area.
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Last updated: May 19, 2026