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Save on Heating Oil: Compare Prices from 44 Sterling Suppliers

Oil Prices in Sterling, MA

Updated Today at 01:09 AM

Heating Oil CompanyOil Price Per GallonCash DiscountVolume Discount
Ayer Oil Co Call for price No No
Huhtala Oil & Propane Call for price No No
Al's Oil Service Call for price No No
Brideau Energy Call for price No No
Chair City Oil Co Call for price No No
Falconi Energy Call for price No No
Harrington Oil Inc Call for price No No
Knight Fuel Co Call for price No No
Northboro Oil Co Inc Call for price No No
Pioneer Oil & Propane Call for price No No
Spadafore Oil & Energy Call for price No No
The Lakeside Oil Co Inc Call for price No No
Whitney Bros Oil Corp Call for price No No
Bankowski Oil & Heating Inc Call for price No No
Fitchburg Economy Oil $3.10 Yes Yes
Just Oil Inc $3.05 Yes Yes
Congers Heating & Cooling Call for price No No
Renewable Fuels By Peterson Call for price No No
Dunn Oil Co Inc Call for price No No
Fraticelli Oil Co Inc Call for price No No
Leominster Ice & Oil Company Inc Call for price No No
ABC Discount Oil Call for price No No
Begin Quality Heating Call for price No No
BEI Plumbing & Heating Call for price No No

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Map of the COD Fuel Oil delivery service area for Sterling, MA

Sterling, MA Best Oil Prices Per Gallon

Order Size (gallons)Credit (per gallon)(/gal)Cash (per gallon)(/gal)Updated At
100$3.05 --
150$2.88 $3.10 Nov 20, 2024, 3:00 PM
200$2.88 $3.10 Nov 20, 2024, 3:00 PM
250$2.88 $3.10 Nov 20, 2024, 3:00 PM

Sterling Heating Oil Price History

Updated Today at 12:00 AM

DateAverage Oil Price
11/21/2024$3.074
11/20/2024$3.074
11/19/2024$3.074
11/18/2024$3.074
11/17/2024$3.074
11/16/2024$3.074
11/15/2024$3.074
11/14/2024$3.099
11/13/2024$3.099
11/12/2024$3.099
11/11/2024$3.099
11/10/2024$3.099
11/09/2024$3.099
11/08/2024$3.224
11/07/2024$3.224
11/06/2024$3.224
11/05/2024$3.224
11/04/2024$3.224
11/03/2024$3.224
11/02/2024$3.224
11/01/2024$3.224
10/31/2024$3.224
10/30/2024$3.224
10/29/2024$3.274
10/28/2024$3.274
10/27/2024$3.274
10/26/2024$3.274
10/25/2024$3.274
10/24/2024$3.274
10/23/2024$3.274

Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Sterling Home Heating Fuel Comparison

Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in Sterling, used by 2,360 or 70.32% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Sterling homeowners is electricity, used by 382 homes (11.38%). The remaining homes are heated with natural gas (378), propane (212), wood (189), and other fuels (24).

Sterling Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households

FuelSterling Households % of Households
Heating Oil2,36070.3%
Electricity38211.4%
Natural Gas37811.3%
Propane2126.3%
Wood1895.6%
Other Fuels240.7%

Heating oil (70.3%)

Electricity (11.4%)

Natural gas (11.3%)

Propane (6.3%)

Wood (5.6%)

Other fuels (0.7%)

#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Sterling

Heating oil has become less popular in Sterling. In the 2 years since 2020, the number of heating oil homes fell from 2,520 to 2,360, a 6.35% drop.

Sterling Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)

YearHeating Oil Households
20112,259
20122,271
20132,324
20142,213
20152,171
20162,193
20172,145
20182,144
20192,206
20202,520
20212,439
20222,360

Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Sterling

Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 122 to 212.

Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 66 to 378.

Electricity use for home heating in Sterling

Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Sterling. Since 2020, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 161 to 382, a 137.27% increase.

Solar use for home heating in Sterling

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.

Homeowners in Sterling have not yet adopted solar heating.

Sterling Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company

For Sterling homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 44 heating oil companies that serve Sterling 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 21 “full-service” oil companies that serve Sterling. Full service companies such as Knight Fuel Co or Al's Oil Service 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 Sterling 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 Sterling include Fitchburg Economy Oil and Leominster Ice & Oil Company Inc.

Sterling Heating Oil Company Fast Facts

Heating Oil Companies Serving Sterling: 44 companies

Average Distance From Oil Company to Sterling: 18 miles

Average Number Of Sterling Homes Served Per Company: 53 homes

Average Gallons Delivered per Sterling Oil Company: 47,039 gallons per year

Sterling, MA Heating Oil Delivery Overview

Approximately 2,360 households in Sterling, MA heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Sterling, MA temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.

70% of Sterling, MA Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter

Sterling, MA HouseholdsSterling, MA Heating Oil Households
3,3562,360

44 Sterling, MA Oil Companies Go the Distance

With 2 million gallons of heating oil delivered to Sterling, MA homeowners during the winter of 2023, the Sterling, MA community relies on its 44 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 Sterling, MA, two of the closest terminals are S.r.& M. in East Boston, MA and S.r.& M. in East Boston, MA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Sterling, MA.

Sterling Heating Oil Prices FAQs

What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Sterling, MA?

The best price of home heating oil in Sterling, MA today is $3.05 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Sterling, MA ranges from a low of $3.05 to a high of $3.10. The average heating oil price in Massachusetts state is $3.07.

How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Sterling, MA?

On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $307.00 in Sterling, MA. Prices range from $304.90 to $310.00, depending on the oil company.

Is the price of heating oil in Sterling, MA rising or falling?

The price of heating oil in Sterling, MA has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.07 per gallon.

What is the average price of home heating oil in Sterling, MA?

The average price of home heating oil in Sterling, MA is $3.07 per gallon.

What is the price of home heating oil today in Sterling, MA?

Today in Sterling, MA, the price of home heating oil is $3.05 per gallon, which amounts to $304.90 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).

What is the current price of heating oil in Sterling, MA?

The current price of heating oil in Sterling, MA ranges from $3.05 to $3.10 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.07 per gallon.

How much is home heating oil right now in Sterling, MA?

The current price of home heating oil in Sterling, MA ranges from $3.05 to $3.10 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary based on location, and cash or volume discounts may be available.

Is heating oil going up or down in Sterling, MA?

Heating oil prices have down in Sterling, MA by $0.07 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $7.00 for a 100-gallon order.

How much is oil per gallon in Sterling, MA?

As of today, November 21st, 2024, the average price of oil is $3.07 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.05 to $3.10 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.

How much is oil for heat in Sterling, MA?

Currently, the price of oil for heating in Sterling, MA ranges from $3.05 to $3.10 per gallon for a 100-gallon delivery. Some oil companies offer various discounts, including cash discounts, volume discounts, military discounts, and senior discounts.

How high will oil go in Sterling, MA?

There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Sterling, MA. Over the past year, Sterling, MA heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $5.51 for a 100-gallon order. This is $2.43 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.07, and $2.46 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.05. Home heating oil prices fluctuate daily based on several factors, including demand, local fuel inventories at terminals (such as CITGO), and the price of crude oil.

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