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Satisfied Customers

During the eight years that we have been using Penn Valley to service our growing business, we have been impressed with their attention to great customer service. This company stands behind their product and treats us with courtesy and respect. In our industry, it is important to deal with a company that has integrity, honesty and gives attention to details.
Joe Garis, John Garis Homes, Inc.

Since we started using Penn Valley Bottled Gas in 1996 to supply our homeowners in single-family and town home communities with propane, I could not have envisioned all of the advantages that both our customers and W.B Homes have experienced. Propane can be delivered to any community, anywhere, at any time. It does not have to come from an existing underground infrastructure built and controlled by the gas company. It is as convenient as natural gas, however, our customers have the comfort of knowing that if and when they have a concern, there is a local, family-owned business on the other end of the line that cares and will respond quickly and efficiently. Penn Valley's willingness to work through problems far exceeds any experience we have ever had working with the large gas companies. Having one vendor completely responsible for the entire installation minimizes the potential for any leaks or problems. In the years that we have been associated with Penn Valley, I can honestly say that I have never had a single complaint regarding prices, delivery or services.
William J. Bonenberger, President, W.B. Homes, Inc.

A Trusted Supplier
Penn Valley has become the premier choice for propane gas supply systems to new homes. We are confident that we will compliment your reputation as a quality and trusted builder by providing a safe, reliable, and economical propane supply system to all of your homes. It is our goal to establish a long-term, trusted relationship with every new homeowner.

Why Builders Choose Penn Valley

•	The integrity of our work
•	50 years of experience with propane, we have been in the business since 1957
•	Our high safety standards go beyond national and industry requirements
•	Certified technicians treat your job as if it were their own
•	Consistent, excellent customer service before and after the sale of the home
•	Complete exterior propane system installed at no charge to you or the homeowner

•	We do our own excavation so that it's done right and on time
•	Variety of options to meet your temporary construction heat needs
•	Easy communications from the jobsite via Nextel^TM Direct Connect^SM
•	Excellent reputation and experience with local municipalities and their requirements
•	We're a Bradford White water heater distributor and service company

Empower Your Staff
We welcome the opportunity to meet with your sales staff in order to educate them on the advantages of using propane and Penn Valley. We also welcome calls from your new homeowners and would be happy to answer any propane questions they may have. Please contact our office to setup a meeting or to request an informational brochure.

We Take Pride in the Details
We specialize in pressure checking the gas piping system, converting gas appliances, setting correct operating pressure, and making a final check of the entire propane supply system prior to settlement. A New Home Checklist is started for each new home at the time of agreement of sale and this document tracks with that home for quick reference and documentation as it moves towards completion. Our careful attention to detail during installation provides for the safest and most reliable propane supply system for your homeowners.

Your Safety is Our Business
Here are some helpful safety guidelines for you to keep in mind. If at any time, you have questions or concerns, please give us a call. Please download and read the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for propane and make it available to employees who work with or around propane.

Builder Guidelines
•	After initial installation, call us to arrange a time for us to turn on and test the system.
•	Please give us a call to locate underground gas lines before you dig.
•	Be familiar with the location of the shut-off valves for your gas appliances and propane tank system.
•	Call Penn Valley when you install a propane appliance to make sure that it is installed and converted correctly.
•	Always transport, store, and use propane cylinders in an upright position.
•	Do not store propane cylinders in a building, garage or other enclosed area.
•	Always keep the area around appliances clear of combustible materials.
•	Please communicate these important safety guidelines to those working with or around propane tanks or appliances.

Construction Tank Safety
Please review these important safety issues and the Material Safety Data Sheet for Propane with all persons involved with propane construction tanks and heaters in order to ensure safety with your employees and at your construction site.
•	All propane tanks must be used and stored in the upright position. Tanks that are laid down or turned upside down will result in an unsafe situation by providing high gas pressure to the burner, which could lead to a liquid gas leak. Liquid propane expands 270 times its volume when exposed to air, and when propane vapor is exposed to a source of ignition, including the space heater being used, it could result in a fire or explosion. Make certain that all personnel handling or operating propane tanks and equipment are familiar with the smell of propane.
•	Tanks must be transported in an upright position. No more than five 100-pound tanks can be transported in a non-placarded vehicle. Transporting more than five 100-pound tanks requires vehicle placards and a driver with a hazardous materials endorsement on his or her driver's license.
•	All construction tanks are labeled with safety instructions. Please read and follow all guidelines.
•	Tanks must be stored outside and in a central location for refilling.
•	Heaters must be stored inside to be protected from the weather and vandalism.
•	Click to download and review the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Propane.

Excavation & Tank Placement
•	Please provide a plot plan that is clearly labeled with property lines and propane tank location.
•	Approximate size of hole for an underground 1000-gallon tank: 4' wide x 18' long x 5' deep.
•	Approximate size of hole for an underground 500-gallon tank: 4' wide x 12' long x 5' deep.
•	Propane tank must be a minimum of 10' from the house and 10' from the property line of an adjoining lot.
•	Second stage regulator at plumber hookup on outside wall of house must be a minimum of 5' from a source of ignition, such as an electrical disconnect, AC unit or mechanical air intake AND a minimum of 3' from a basement opening, such as a window or door.
•	Propane tank must be able to be reached by a 100' length of hose for refilling purposes from driveway, road or other access point.

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