Posted: June 1, 2026
Keeping your home warm and your appliances running smoothly requires a steady supply of propane.
Running out of fuel during a cold snap in Readfield, ME, is more than an inconvenience. It can pose real risks to your family’s safety and your property. Understanding how to check your fuel level is an essential part of your seasonal maintenance routine.
WFC is here to show you exactly how to read your propane tank gauge, along with a few modern solutions that eliminate the guesswork completely.
Step out to your propane tank and lift the protective dome cover. You will find a round dial that looks very much like the gas gauge on a car dashboard. The numbers on this dial represent the percentage of the tank that is full, not the number of gallons.
You might notice that the needle never goes above 80% immediately after a delivery. This is a standard safety measure. Propane expands as temperatures rise, so delivery drivers intentionally leave 20% of empty space inside the tank to allow for this natural expansion. When your manual gauge reaches about 30%, it’s time to schedule your next refill.
While checking a manual dial works, trudging through the snow to read a gauge is not the most efficient method. Almost all of our WFC customers utilize a convenient smart home upgrade: a wireless propane tank monitor.
This compact device attaches directly to your tank and uses reliable cellular technology to transmit real-time data. You can follow your exact tank level data from virtually anywhere in the world using a free smartphone app.
Connecting your tank to a monitor which connects with your smartphone provides ultimate peace of mind. You always know exactly how much fuel you have on hand, which helps you monitor your energy usage and track efficiency right from your living room.
Do you own an income property or manage affairs for an elderly relative? If so, you know you face unique challenges when managing utilities. A wireless monitor allows you to keep a close eye on fuel consumption at those properties without needing to be on-site. This ensures your relatives or tenants stay comfortable and the property remains protected against frozen pipes.
If you own a vacation property in Central Maine, you know the anxiety of leaving it unattended for long periods. Smart monitoring allows you to check your seasonal home’s fuel status from afar, ensuring the property stays secure until your next visit.
Even with a smart app, you still have to remember to contact us for a drop-off. For homeowners in Readfield, ME, and nearby Central Maine towns, WFC offers highly reliable Automatic Delivery.
We use the up-to-the-minute data from your wireless monitor to track your tank levels for you. When your supply starts getting low, our team automatically schedules your delivery before you ever run out. You save time, avoid emergency run-out fees, and enjoy a completely hands-off experience.
Upgrading to a smart, reliable home energy system adds tremendous value to your property. Best of all, if you use our propane for your home’s heat and hot water, we will provide the tank monitoring service completely free of charge! You receive the benefits of modern technology and comprehensive support from a local team you trust.
Reach out to WFC today to secure your wireless tank monitor and set up Automatic Delivery.
