Wife and I moved into a new home requiring propane for the range, dryer, and fireplace. We're also new to the area. I called AC Howell on the recommendation of my brother-in-law who has used them for years. AC Howell informed me of the process and the $50 drop off/set up charge upfront. What a previous poster didn't realize is the charge covers the initial setup labor and line pressure test (as an engineer, I can tell you this is absolutely an essential safety check and liability reducing step considering this is a high-pressure system handling a highly combustible gas).
AC Howell brought out two technicians, pressure tested the line and found a leak on the old, underground black iron pipe. Not surprising as the iron has been underground for 20 years (black iron tends to rust in damp environments). They then engineered a solution creating a new (safe) hookup. There was an additional $50 charge (explained to me upfront before doing additional work) for this because of the additional time required for the new set up and moving the tank twice. It took them 1/2 a day at a labor rate of $100 total for two people (8 total man-hours) This was very reasonable considering the time required. They got it done!
The system works like a champ, is set up looking professional, and they even tested all gas burning equipment in the house.
I'm very satisfied with AC Howell and do not understand the critical reviews above as my experience was very different. Yes there was an additional charge. AC Howell explained both charges up front and the reason for the charge. I doubt they went through all the trouble of moving the tank twice (returning to their office a second time for the lift truck) to swindle me out of a measly $50. That's a lot of work/time to take me for (barely) a tank of diesel fuel . Finding a leak in black iron that has been underground for 20+ years is more probable.
I recommend AC Howell because of their communication and thoroughness (e.g. safety check) and will continue to utilize their services. read more