Permanent propane tank for RV home storage?
I’m going to put up a shed for my 28’ TT. We live in a mild climate and use the trailer even in winter but it does freeze sometimes at night. Is it feasible to put up a permanent propane tank on site,...
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I would set the furnace thermostat as low as it will go which should be well above freezing. Then run a few electric heaters about 5 degrees warmer. If the electric fails the furnace should come on. But be aware, if the electricity is out for more than a day or two your furnace will drain the battery and the furnace will stop.
It might be a better idea to get some un-powered propane catalytic heaters. Then if the power goes out your propane heaters will come on.
Of course the next issue is freezing pipes and tanks. You'll want to winterize the RV before you go on vacation in the winter to protect the pipes.
Actually come to think of it there is a better solution. Insulate your RV shed with at least R-30 insulation and get an insulated door. Then use the electric heat to just heat the inside of the shed which will heat the trailer at the same time. If there is a short the heater is sitting on the gravel or concrete floor and only the heater will burn. If the breaker trips you'll still need come propane powered catalytic heaters as the RV battery will only last a day or two.
Also get a freeze alarm that notifies you if the temperature drops too low.
It might be a better idea to get some un-powered propane catalytic heaters. Then if the power goes out your propane heaters will come on.
Of course the next issue is freezing pipes and tanks. You'll want to winterize the RV before you go on vacation in the winter to protect the pipes.
Actually come to think of it there is a better solution. Insulate your RV shed with at least R-30 insulation and get an insulated door. Then use the electric heat to just heat the inside of the shed which will heat the trailer at the same time. If there is a short the heater is sitting on the gravel or concrete floor and only the heater will burn. If the breaker trips you'll still need come propane powered catalytic heaters as the RV battery will only last a day or two.
Also get a freeze alarm that notifies you if the temperature drops too low.
