Moving into a home comes with plenty to keep track of. Along with keys, boxes, and the electric account, there is the propane tank outside. Before you settle in, take some time to learn who owns it, what it serves, and how deliveries will work. We help households across the Navajo Nation and the wider Four Corners region work through those questions before the first cold weather arrives.
Start with whose tank it is
A tank sitting beside the house may belong to the homeowner, or it may belong to a propane supplier. Do not assume it came with the property. If you bought the home, look through the sale paperwork and ask the seller about tank ownership. If you rent, ask your landlord who owns the tank and who is responsible for arranging fuel.
Keep any tank agreement or service records you receive. If the answer is still unclear, call our office with the information you have. Establishing ownership first helps us work out the next steps for service without leaving you to sort through unfamiliar paperwork alone.
Ask when it was last inspected
Ask for the most recent tank inspection record and any records of repairs or re-qualification. A previous occupant may have kept those papers with appliance manuals or delivery receipts. Knowing when someone last filled the tank is useful, but it does not answer when the tank was last inspected.
If records are missing, tell us. We provide tank inspection and re-qualification services and can help determine what is needed for your tank. This is also a good time to mention any questions about the furnace, water heater, or other propane appliances. We offer heating system, water heater, and appliance service, so you can discuss those needs when you call.
Know where the shutoff is
Before you need service, have us identify the propane shutoff and explain its purpose. Ask about anything you do not recognize. You do not need to arrive at a new home already knowing the tank, the piping, or the equipment.
We want you to know where the shutoff is without having to guess. If the seller or landlord pointed something out but you are unsure what it was, say so. Leave adjustments and equipment work to a qualified service technician. Moving day is busy enough without trying to teach yourself an unfamiliar fuel system.
Make carbon monoxide alarms part of moving in
Propane appliances work hardest in winter. Every level of the home should have a working carbon monoxide alarm. If you smell an odor like rotten eggs, or a CO alarm sounds, get everyone outside first, call 911 from a safe place, then call us. Do not look for the leak yourself. Do not go back inside until responders say it is safe.
Arrange delivery before the first cold
Do not assume the previous occupant’s delivery arrangements carry over to you. Call us to establish your own service and discuss whether autofill or will-call fits your household. With will-call, you are responsible for keeping track of your fuel and requesting a delivery. Ask us how our autofill or keep-full service works before choosing your arrangement.
Have the tank gauge reading available when you call, if you can read it safely. Tell us which appliances use propane and whether the home will be occupied year-round. A household using propane for heat and hot water has different needs from one using it only for cooking.
Arrange your delivery plan before cold weather puts more demand on the tank. Weather can delay a delivery. Calling ahead gives us time to discuss your needs and plan for your location.
Help our drivers find your home
A mailing address does not always tell the whole story on the Nation. When you set up service, give us directions that match the roads our drivers will travel. Include the turnoff, useful landmarks, gates, and the location of the tank. Tell us about road or access conditions that may affect a delivery truck.
We are Navajo-owned and a subsidiary of Navajo Nation Oil & Gas Company. From our yard in Montezuma Creek, we deliver across communities in Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. Whether you are getting settled near Aneth, Chinle, Shiprock, or elsewhere in our service area, call us with your questions. We can help you put the propane part of moving in on firmer ground.
Running Horse Services - US Route 162 and Route 262, Montezuma Creek, UT 84534 - 435-255-1020
