Propane Tank Disposal
Island Junk Solutions provides safe collection and recycling for empty or expired propane cylinders
Don’t Leave Old Propane Tanks Sitting Around
Propane tanks — even empty ones — can be dangerous if they’re not stored or handled properly. Left in the shed or garage, they can leak gas, create fire hazards, or become unsafe to transport. Island Junk Solutions picks up empty or expired propane cylinders and takes them to licensed recycling facilities so the metal and remaining gas are managed safely.
We handle tanks of all types, from BBQs and patio heaters to RV tanks and small camping canisters. Each tank is inspected, secured, and transported in compliance with BC and municipal rules to avoid environmental risks and fines.
How Propane Tanks Are Recycled
In BC, propane cylinders are processed at approved facilities, where any remaining gas is recovered before the metal tank is cut, cleaned, and recycled as scrap steel. The Capital Regional District (CRD) and Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) both require propane tanks to be dropped at designated depots — they can’t go in curbside garbage or recycling. Let Island Junk Solutions handle the transport so you don’t have to.
What We Accept
- Standard BBQ-size cylinders (20 lb)
- Larger RV or residential tanks (up to 100 lb)
- Small 1 lb camping cylinders
- Outdated or damaged tanks that are full or empty
Propane Tank Disposal Near Me
Propane Tank Disposal in Victoria and Greater Victoria
We collect propane tanks from Saanich, Oak Bay, Esquimalt, Langford, Colwood, View Royal, Sidney, Central Saanich, North Saanich, Highlands, Metchosin, and Victoria. Whether you have a single BBQ cylinder or multiple tanks from a property cleanout, we’ll make sure they’re safely handled.
Propane Tank Disposal in Nanaimo and Mid-Island
Serving Nanaimo, Lantzville, Ladysmith, Cedar, Duncan, Chemainus, Cobble Hill, Shawnigan Lake, and Cowichan Bay. Whether your tank came from a camper, patio setup, or commercial heater, we’ll take it where it needs to go for proper recycling.
Propane Tank Disposal FAQs
Can I throw a propane tank in the garbage?
No. To protect the environment and for the safety of Vancouver Island residents, all propane tanks must be recycled at an approved facility — never placed in household garbage or curbside bins.
Do you take damaged or rusty tanks?
Yes. As long as the tanks are empty, we’ll transport them safely for recycling.
Can you pick up small camping propane bottles?
Yes. We accept 1 lb cylinders used for camping stoves and heaters.
What if my tank isn’t empty?
We can still take it, as long as it’s free of damage and rust. Licensed facilities have equipment to safely recover any remaining gas before recycling the tank.
Got Old Propane Tanks Taking Up Space?
Let Island Junk Solutions collect and recycle your old propane tanks so you can clear the hazard and free up your storage.
Victoria: 778-966-5865
Nanaimo: 778-977-5865
Ready to clear out your home?
Let Island Junk Solutions handle the heavy lifting so you can move forward stress-free.
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