Summer Kitchen Question

[CraigAC]

For those of you with a summer kitchen, how big is the propane tank provided by the builder?

Can you also tell me how often you use the summer kitchen and how often you refill the tank?

Thanks.

[CSilvestrucci]

The tank I was given was just a standard size like they have at Lowes and every where else. I later installed a 60lb tank buried under ground. I use my kitchen a lot and didn't like the hassle of taking the tank to get refilled. Suburban propane checks every few months and tops it off and sends me a bill.

[pili]

Our tank is buried under the ground. It was installed in fall 2008 and last fall we had it refilled. It goes a long way. It's also for the pool but since we have solar panels I don't heat the pool. We only use it for the grill.

[CraigAC]

Our tank is buried under the ground. It was installed in fall 2008 and last fall we had it refilled. It goes a long way. It's also for the pool but since we have solar panels I don't heat the pool. We only use it for the grill.

The tank I was given was just a standard size like they have at Lowes and every where else. I later installed a 60lb tank buried under ground. I use my kitchen a lot and didn't like the hassle of taking the tank to get refilled. Suburban propane checks every few months and tops it off and sends me a bill.

Thanks to the both of you for the feedback.

[NicknBabs]

For those of you with a summer kitchen, how big is the propane tank provided by the builder?

Can you also tell me how often you use the summer kitchen and how often you refill the tank?

Thanks.

Tank capacity is 60 lbs, but Suburban will only fill with 45 gal of propane due to code...had it filled last July, cost around $120, it's about 60% full now. We use it at least once a week....seldom cook inside, except for breakfast.

[CraigAC]

Tank capacity is 60 lbs, but Suburban will only fill with 45 gal of propane due to code...had it filled last July, cost around $120, it's about 60% full now. We use it at least once a week....seldom cook inside, except for breakfast.

Thanks for the info...

[bobandcolleen]

We are soon to be meeting with our designer and are interested in a summer kitchen but it has been mentioned to put one in after the house is built using an outside contractor; the cost will be substantially less. Any thoughts on this would be appreciated as well as a recommended contractor.

[Rbgold]

We are soon to be meeting with our designer and are interested in a summer kitchen but it has been mentioned to put one in after the house is built using an outside contractor; the cost will be substantially less. Any thoughts on this would be appreciated as well as a recommended contractor.

Sending you a PM

[shcisamax]

We did it after market. If you want to pm me, feel free. And yes, significantly less.

[jimbo2012]

I'm sure it is less, but to save more $$ ask what can be pre-installed such as plumbing elec, the builder does those things at good prices.

I'm putting in my own spa, but will have them run 220V line and water source.

[hotrodgirl]

I am currently having a summer kitchen installed by TV, as I wanted it ready at close. Just did not want to deal with it later. The tank is underground and 65 gallons. Kitchen includes wall prep, 220 electrical, 110 electrical (4) plumbing, grill vent, grill, wet bar, wet sink w/ hot and cold, fridge, block windows, lighting, cabinetry..... Etc etc etc. Cost was over 20,000. Could it be done for less? Yes, probably, but when I get there it will be good to go! And it will be included in the TV warranty. Easy peasy...

[shcisamax]

Could it be done for less? I hate to say this but, yes...for half the price. T&D is making far too much on these summer kitchens.

[CraigAC]

I am currently having a summer kitchen I stalled by TV, as I wanted it ready at close. Just did not want to deal with it later. The tank is underground and 65 gallons. Kitchen includes wall prep, 220 electrical, 110 electrical (4) plumbing, grill vent, grill, wet bar, wet sink w/ hot and cold, fridge, block windows, lighting, cabinetry..... Etc etc etc. Cost was over 20,000. Could it be done for less? Yes, probably, but when I get there it will be good to go! And it will be included in the TV warranty. Easy peasy...

I have to agree with hotrodgril. I went with TV, and we're really pleased with the results. When I priced out comparable equipment, I didn't think TV was completely out of line with their equipment - and I didn't want to hassle with working with an outside contractor after we closed.

Good luck with whatever decision you make.

[shcisamax]

If you want to use T&D after market, I believe it is less expensive than if you do it during the build. However, they put you at the bottom of their list :(. If you have the patience, and you want to save the money, there are outside contractors that can do this and do it right. It took me two tries, but I found a very professional team. The appliances can be gotten for less as well. For those who are not comfortable messing about with it after market, you can't go wrong with doing it with TV. And it is done Day 1!

[hotrodgirl]

I have to admit I was equally concerned with warranties, and would adding that aftermarket void any plumbing, electrical, structural from TV. I felt more comfortable with having it all done now, ready to use, and all work covered. Just my own opinion, and what I felt I could live with!

[CalcTeacher]

Same thing! We just wanted it DONE! So TV is doing it BUT we couldn't stomach the price tag so we asked our designer about modifying it...we are only getting the grill (with about 30 in of cabinetryand countertop on each side)...she told us that the refrigerator alone was $3000. So no fridge and no sink for us! We think we're close enough to the kitchen to warrant not having a fridge and sink. Much more reasonably priced!

[shcisamax]

If someone can post the photo for me, I will show you what can be done for half the price, including granite instead of tile. Along with D c s grill, fire magic refrigerator etc. I just have never been able to post a photo on this site. Oh Rusty can figure it out. He's the go to mayor :). This won't be helpful for those who have already are in the process bit it might help someone who checks the thread in the future.

[jimbo2012]

Here's those pics

[Joanned]

We would like info on after market propane tank as well as any info on the summe kitchen

[shcisamax]

I told someone else that to do a propane tank after market is probably not a great idea. So many things going into the placement and if you decide to do it after market, you may end up with issues because of the configuration of your neighbors property. Besides, I imagine it would be more expensive not less because of the piping which actually runs under the slab if they have to put the tank on the opposite side of the house from the kitchen. Put the tank in with TV. Tell them to plumb and do the electric for the eventuality of doing a summer kitchen. If you just want a propane tank for a summer kitchen, you can probably just get a refillable one for putting in under the grill and don't need to bury a tank.

[jimbo2012]

I agree U get a 40lb tank that fits nice in a vented under counter cabinet

[bev siano]

We are also putting in a summer kitchen and am interested in your contractor if you could share? Thanks

[batman911]

We have propane for a summer kitchen and a spa. The buried tank is 250 GL.