What Propane Depot does

Propane Depot is a Canadian privately held, family-operated propane distribution and service company headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, founded circa 2011. The company sells propane cylinders (1LB residential through 2000LB bulk), off-grid propane appliances (ranges, refrigerators, fire pits, patio heaters), roofing torches, marine propane systems, and related valves, fittings, and regulators across 40+ brands through two 7-day-a-week physical showrooms in Vancouver and Burnaby and a Shopify-based e-commerce storefront shipping Canada-wide.

The business model is hybrid hardware-and-services. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales (tanks priced $59.99-$460, appliances $85-$5,999.99), recurring transactional services (cylinder refills, automotive cardlock fills), professional services (cylinder recertification, A-Class/B-Class gasfitting, equipment repair, mobile repair, SPFX/event setups), equipment rentals (heaters, cages, vaporizers), PTI-certified safety training courses, and on-site delivery across the Lower Mainland. The pricing model is predominantly pay-as-you-go at the unit level across all categories.

The company serves a diversified customer base spanning residential (BBQ, patio, camping), commercial and construction (forklift cylinders, bulk tanks, temporary heaters), restaurant and hospitality (Cactus Club, Earls, The Keg, Westin Bayshore, Parq Casino), off-grid and remote (cabins, off-grid appliances), film and SPFX production (The Flash, Altered Carbon, Sonic The Hedgehog, Arrow), and marine end-markets. Distribution combines in-store pickup, carrier shipping (Canada Post, UPS, FedEx), and direct local delivery, with marketing supported through an email newsletter, Instagram, and YouTube.

Name

Propane Depot

Legal name

Propane Depot

Website

https://propanedepot.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Propane Depot is a Canadian privately held propane distributor selling tanks, off-grid appliances, and outdoor heating products through two Vancouver/Burnaby showrooms and a Canada-wide e-commerce store, complemented by refilling, recertification, gasfitting, delivery, and PTI-certified training services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Propane Distribution and Retail

NAICS

Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals (424710), Fuel Dealers (4572)

SIC

Wholesale-Petroleum Bulk Stations & Terminals (5171), Wholesale-Petroleum & Petroleum Products (No Bulk Stations) (5172)

akta.pro primary industry

Propane (LP) Gas Line Installation & Conversion (HSAOAKAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

NGL/LPG Storage & Fractionation Terminals (TLAGAKAE), LPG / NGL Terminals (Pressurized/ Refrigerated Gas) (TLAHABAK)

Keywords

• Propane distribution
• Propane tank sales
• Cylinder refilling
• Off-grid appliances
• Propane gasfitting services

Headquarters

HQ city

Burnaby

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Propane Tanks & Cylinders Sales: Sale of propane cylinders ranging from 1LB residential tanks to 2000LB bulk tanks. Includes both filled and empty tanks. Tanks are sold as one-time purchases with recurring refills.
2. Propane Appliances: Sale of off-grid propane appliances including ranges, refrigerators, fire pits, patio heaters, BBQs, and camping equipment. One-time hardware purchases.
3. Cylinder Refilling: Propane cylinder refilling services for 5lb-420lb tanks, available 7 days a week. Pay for what you get model.
4. Automotive Propane Fills: Full-service filling during store hours with 24-hour cardlock access for auto propane tanks.
5. Cylinder Recertification: Recertification services for all sizes of steel, aluminum, and fiberglass/composite cylinders. Recertification required every 10 years for steel/aluminum, 5 years for fiberglass.
6. Equipment Rentals: Rental of heaters, cages, vaporizers, and other equipment for commercial and events use. Includes tent and spot heaters, hoses and manifolds, cylinders and storage cages.
7. Professional Services: Gasfitting services (A-Class and B-Class gasfitters), equipment repairs, mobile repairs, custom set-ups, and SPFX/event propane services.
8. Propane Training: PTI-certified training courses for propane handling, including pump attendant certification, cylinder filling, construction heater operations, forklift cylinder filling, and cargo loading.
9. On-Site Delivery: Delivery services for propane tanks and equipment across the Lower Mainland including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Langley, and other BC communities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Propane Depot distributes propane cylinders ranging from 1LB residential tanks to 2000LB bulk tanks, off-grid propane appliances (ranges, refrigerators, fire pits, patio heaters, BBQs), valves, fittings, regulators, marine propane systems, and camping/outdoor cooking equipment through an e-commerce store and two retail showrooms in Burnaby and Vancouver, BC. The company also operates a full suite of propane-related services including cylinder refilling, on-site delivery across the Lower Mainland, cylinder recertification, A-Class and B-Class gasfitting, equipment rentals, PTI-certified training, and specialized SPFX services for film and television production.

Product overview

Propane Depot is a Canadian propane products retailer and service provider operating as a single e-commerce platform for physical goods sales supplemented by physical service offerings. The core product portfolio centers on propane tanks (ranging from 1LB to 2000LB capacities, including refillable steel and aluminum cylinders in 20lb-50lb sizes, plus bulk tanks up to 2000 gallons), off-grid propane appliances (Unique brand ranges in 20"-30" widths, and propane refrigerators from 3-22 cu/ft with CO safety features), outdoor heating (patio heaters up to 46K BTU, fire pits, and commercial heaters), and roofing/industrial torches. Complementary product categories include camping equipment, marine propane solutions, valves/fittings, and regulators. Services include cylinder filling, on-site delivery across Greater Vancouver, commercial heater services, cylinder recertification, propane gasfitting, training programs, and specialized SPFX services for film productions. The company operates physical retail locations in Vancouver and Burnaby, BC.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Propane Cylinders and Tanks (1LB to 2000LB) Refillable propane cylinders and bulk tanks for residential, commercial, and industrial use, ranging from 1LB portable tanks to 2000LB bulk tanks in steel, aluminum, and fiberglass/composite constructions. Used for BBQs, home heating, forklifts, commercial operations, and bulk storage.
• Off-Grid Propane Appliances Unique brand off-grid propane ranges (20" to 30" widths) and propane refrigerators (3 to 22 cu/ft) with CO alarming and safety shutoff features, designed for remote locations without grid electricity. Targeted at cabin owners, off-grid property managers, and rural households.
• Fire Pits and Patio Heaters Outdoor fire pits and tables (40,000+ BTU) and patio heaters (up to 46,000 BTU) for residential patios, restaurants, and hospitality venues. Brands include Outland Living, Canvas, Firesense, and For Living.
• Roofing Torches and Torch Kits Roofing torches and torch kits for roofing and industrial applications, including Magnum, Sievert, Prime Grip, Fairview, and Tiger Torch brands. Targeted at roofing contractors and industrial users.
• Bulk Propane Tanks (420lb to 2000 Gallon) Large bulk propane storage tanks including 420 lb, 500 gallon, 1000 gallon, and 2000 gallon capacities for commercial and residential bulk storage customers, including construction sites and large properties.
• Marine Propane Solutions Fiberglass marine tanks and marine accessories for boat propane installations on sailboats and yachts, compliant with marine safety standards for space-constrained vessel environments.
• Camping and Outdoor Cooking Equipment Portable cooktops, portable BBQs, camping stoves, Blackstone griddles, and camping accessories for outdoor cooking enthusiasts.
• Valves, Fittings, Regulators and Gas Controls Tank valves, quick connect fittings, pigtails, hoses, regulators, and gas control equipment for propane system installation and maintenance.
• Propane Cylinder Refilling and Automotive Fills Propane cylinder refilling service for 5lb to 420lb tanks (liquid or vapor), available 7 days a week on a pay-for-what-you-get basis. Includes full-service automotive propane filling during store hours and 24-hour cardlock automated fills for auto propane tanks.
• On-Site Delivery Service Residential and commercial propane delivery service across Greater Vancouver and Lower Mainland (Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack) including BBQ tank delivery and commercial cylinder delivery.
• Commercial Heater Services Commercial heater repair, recertification, safety inspections, and BC mandatory temporary heater decaling for construction sites, movie sets, rental companies, and events.
• Cylinder Repairs and Recertifications Recertification of all sizes of steel, aluminum, and fiberglass/composite propane cylinders, retesting services, and sales of recycled/refurbished cylinders. Includes mobile repair services.
• Propane Gasfitting Services A-Class and B-Class certified gasfitter services for propane system installation, appliance repair, mobile repairs, custom setup, SPFX setups, and on-demand water heaters.
• PTI-Certified Propane Training Propane Training Institute (PTI) certified training courses including pump attendant certification, cylinder filling, construction heater connection, forklift cylinder filling, and firefighter awareness programs, delivered by certified trainers on staff.
• Movies and SPFX Services Special effects propane services for film and television production, including A-Class gasfitting, pool heating, hoses and manifolds, bulk storage, tank heaters, appliance conversion, and custom field setups.

Named customers14 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• FlamekingminorOthersBrand carried for sale - Flameking products including tanks, grills, torches, fire pits, and camping equipment sold through Propane Depot retail and e-commerce channels.
• FairviewminorOthersBrand carried for sale - Fairview propane/natural gas products including couplers, solenoids, and fittings sold through Propane Depot.
• FireSenseminorOthersBrand carried for sale - FireSense patio heaters and outdoor heating products sold through Propane Depot.
• For LivingminorOthersBrand carried for sale - For Living outdoor propane products including patio heaters sold through Propane Depot.
• MagnumminorOthersBrand carried for sale - Magnum torch kits, nozzles, and roofing torch equipment sold through Propane Depot.
• Outland LivingminorOthersBrand carried for sale - Outland Living fire pits and outdoor living products sold through Propane Depot.
• Unique AppliancesminorOthersBrand carried for sale - Unique off-grid propane ranges and refrigerators sold through Propane Depot.
• SievertminorOthersBrand carried for sale - Sievert torch kits, handles, and roofing torch equipment sold through Propane Depot.
• Prime GripminorOthersBrand carried for sale - Prime Grip torches and torch accessories sold through Propane Depot.
• Propane Training Institute (PTI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified PTI training partner providing propane safety courses. Propane Depot has certified trainers on staff to train commercial clients through PTI curriculum including pump attendant, cylinder filling, construction heater, and forklift cylinder courses.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• AmeriGas: Largest US propane distributor serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Comparable in offering tank sales, refills, and propane appliance solutions at national scale; Propane Depot competes in similar customer use cases but as a regional player in BC only.
• Suburban Propane: Major North American propane distributor offering tank exchange (Blue Rhino), bulk delivery, and service. Comparable as a full-service propane provider; relevant to Propane Depot as a competing option for BC residential and commercial customers.
• Blue Rhino: North America's leading propane tank exchange brand operated by Ferrellgas/Suburban Propane. Comparable in serving residential grill/BBQ propane needs at scale; Propane Depot competes in the same BBQ/patio propane cylinder segment though with refill services rather than exchange kiosks.
• Superior Propane: Canada's largest propane retailer with national delivery infrastructure. Directly comparable as a propane distributor serving residential and commercial customers across Canada, but operating at vastly larger scale with broader geographic reach than Propane Depot's BC-centric footprint.
• U-Haul Propane / Tank Exchange: National propane tank exchange network operated through U-Haul locations across North America. Comparable as a competing channel for residential BBQ propane cylinder exchange/refill in markets where it overlaps with Propane Depot's service area.

Others

• BC Safety Authority / Technical Safety BC: BC's regulatory body for gas systems and propane installations. Not a competitor but a relevant peer/ecosystem participant governing the certified gasfitting, cylinder recertification, and SPFX compliance work that is a key differentiator for Propane Depot.

Emerging players

• Unique Appliances: Manufacturer of off-grid propane ranges and refrigerators specifically marketed to the same cabin/remote-property customer segment Propane Depot serves. Directly comparable as the upstream brand whose products dominate Propane Depot's off-grid appliance category.
• Flame King / Flameking: A propane tank and accessory brand Flameking is carried by Propane Depot and competes in the same BBQ/outdoor propane space. Notable as both a vendor and adjacent competitor at the consumer propane cylinder level.
• Mr. Heater: Manufacturer of portable propane heaters and outdoor heating products also carried by Propane Depot. Comparable as a brand operating in the same propane heater/patio heating category Propane Depot retails.
• Outland Living: Specialty fire pit and outdoor heating brand whose products Propane Depot resells. Comparable in fire pit and outdoor heating category, though it is primarily a product brand rather than a full-service propane provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@PropaneDepot
• Instagraminstagram.com/propanedepot

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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