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Oil Prices in Milton, DE
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| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Willey and Sons | Call for price | No | No |
| Baker Petroleum | Call for price | No | No |
| Wilson Baker Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Liberty Propane | Call for price | No | No |
| First Class HVAC | Call for price | No | No |
| PepUp | Call for price | No | No |
| Sherman Heating Oils | Call for price | No | No |
| JC Eisenbrey and Son | Call for price | No | No |
Milton Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Milton homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 8 heating oil companies that serve Milton is an important decision.
Full Service Oil Companies: Homeowners willing to pay a premium for a “set-it-and-forget-it” heating system choose one of the 0 “full-service” oil companies that serve Milton. Full service companies such as undefined or undefined offer automatic fuel delivery and furnace repair under a single roof.
Discount Oil Companies: Also known by the names “COD Fuel Companies” or “Cash Heating Oil Companies”, these companies are for the budget-conscious Milton homeowner. In return for better prices, you monitor the oil level in your tank and place an order when you run low on oil. Examples of cash heating oil companies that serve Milton include JC Eisenbrey & Son and Liberty Propane.
Milton Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Milton: 8 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Milton: 18 miles
Average Number Of Milton Homes Served Per Company: 53 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Milton Oil Company: 21,441 gallons per year
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Milton Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Electricity is the most popular choice in Milton, used by 2,726 or 44.08% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Milton homeowners is propane, used by 1,672 homes (27.04%). The remaining homes are heated with natural gas (1,118), heating oil (424), other fuels (227), and other fuels (227).
Milton Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Milton Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 2,726 | 44.1% |
| Propane | 1,672 | 27.0% |
| Natural Gas | 1,118 | 18.1% |
| Heating Oil | 424 | 6.9% |
| Other Fuels | 227 | 3.7% |
| Solar | 51 | 0.8% |
| Wood | 40 | 0.7% |
| No Fuel | 28 | 0.5% |
Electricity (44.1%)
Propane (27.0%)
Natural gas (18.1%)
Heating oil (6.9%)
Other fuels (3.7%)
Solar (0.8%)
Wood (0.7%)
No fuel (0.5%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Milton
Heating oil has become less popular in Milton. In the 3 years since 2019, the number of heating oil homes fell from 571 to 424, a 25.74% drop.
Milton Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 537 |
| 2012 | 541 |
| 2013 | 543 |
| 2014 | 543 |
| 2015 | 537 |
| 2016 | 551 |
| 2017 | 540 |
| 2018 | 527 |
| 2019 | 571 |
| 2020 | 434 |
| 2021 | 429 |
| 2022 | 424 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Milton
Between 2019 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 1,590 to 1,672.
Between 2019 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 493 to 1,118.
Electricity use for home heating in Milton
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Milton. Since 2019, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 2,081 to 2,726, a 30.99% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Milton
Solar is the most environmentally friendly of all space heating fuels. With an “active” solar heating system, liquid is circulated between solar panels on a home’s roof and a heat energy storage tank in the basement.
Currently, 51 homes in Milton are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 7.27% decrease from 2019, when only 55 homes had installed active solar heating.
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Milton, DE Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 424 households in Milton, DE heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Milton, DE temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
6% of Milton, DE Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Milton, DE Households | Milton, DE Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 6,184 | 424 |
8 Milton, DE Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 171,535 gallons of heating oil delivered to Milton, DE homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Milton, DE community relies on its 8 oil companies to keep warm.
Oil delivery is a two step process: First, an oil truck picks up oil at the nearest bulk fuel terminal. In the case of Milton, DE, two of the closest terminals are Sunoco in Salisbury, MD and Pbfenergy in Delaware City, DE. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Milton, DE.
Milton Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What if oil prices change after I order, but before delivery?
Your price will lock, when you place order.
Do I need to be home for the delivery?
Credit card orders: You don’t need to be home.
How much oil should I order?
95% of homes have 275 gallons oil tanks, and if you have around 1/4th tank, we recommend ordering 150 gallons to take advantage of bulk discounts, which typically kick in at 150 gallons.
What is a “cash/check deal” and why is it cheaper than a regular credit card deal?
Many oil companies offer a discount for cash or check payment because this avoids credit card fees. If you grab a cash/check deal, the provider contacts you prior to delivery to arrange payment.
