Whether your cottage uses propane for cooking, hot water, heating, a fireplace, or a BBQ, the last thing you want is to arrive on that first long weekend and find an empty tank or a system that hasn’t been checked since last Thanksgiving.
Here’s everything you need to know to get your cottage propane ready for summer.
Check Your Tank Level First
After sitting unused through a cold Ontario winter, your propane tank may be lower than you expect. Check the gauge on your tank — if it reads below 30%, schedule a delivery before your first visit. Running a tank completely empty can cause issues with your appliances and may require a technician to purge air from the lines before relighting.
Schedule Your Delivery Early
Propane demand spikes every spring as cottage country comes alive. Delivery schedules fill up fast in areas like Georgina, Lindsay, East Gwillimbury, and the broader Kawartha Lakes region. Booking your delivery in April or early May — before the Victoria Day rush — ensures you’re not waiting when you want to be relaxing.
Get a Safety Inspection After Winter
If your cottage has been vacant for several months, it’s worth having a licensed gas technician do a quick check of your propane system before firing everything up. Connections can loosen, pests can damage lines, and regulators can wear over time. A quick inspection gives you peace of mind for the whole season.
Propane for Summer Entertaining
Don’t forget — propane isn’t just for heat. Summer cottage life often means BBQs, outdoor patio heaters for cool evenings, fire tables, and portable propane appliances. Make sure your tanks for these are filled and ready before guests arrive.
Never Get Caught Without Propane
Even with the best planning, sometimes you run low unexpectedly. Discount Propane offers 24/7 emergency propane delivery across Durham Region, York Region, Kawartha Lakes, and surrounding areas — so you’re never more than a call away from getting topped up.
Ready to get your cottage propane sorted before the season kicks off? Call Discount Propane at 905-448-5955 or request a free quote online. We serve Georgina, Lindsay, East Gwillimbury, Stouffville, and all across the Kawartha Lakes and Lake Simcoe cottage areas.