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Oil Prices in Delaware, OH
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| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| McWherter Fuel Depot | Call for price | No | No |
| Smart Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Buckeye Heating Cooling and Plumbing | Call for price | No | No |
Delaware Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Delaware homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 3 heating oil companies that serve Delaware 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 Delaware. 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 Delaware 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 Delaware include Smart Oil and McWherter Fuel Depot.
Delaware Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Delaware: 3 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Delaware: 18 miles
Average Number Of Delaware Homes Served Per Company: 114 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Delaware Oil Company: 72,411 gallons per year
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Delaware Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Delaware, used by 15,784 or 72.38% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Delaware homeowners is electricity, used by 4,612 homes (21.15%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (995), heating oil (343), wood (51), and other fuels (33).
Delaware Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Delaware Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | 15,784 | 72.4% |
| Electricity | 4,612 | 21.2% |
| Propane | 995 | 4.6% |
| Heating Oil | 343 | 1.6% |
| Wood | 51 | 0.2% |
| Other Fuels | 33 | 0.2% |
| No Fuel | 30 | 0.1% |
Natural gas (72.4%)
Electricity (21.2%)
Propane (4.6%)
Heating oil (1.6%)
Wood (0.2%)
Other fuels (0.2%)
No fuel (0.1%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Delaware
Heating oil has become less popular in Delaware. In the 9 years since 2013, the number of heating oil homes fell from 465 to 343, a 26.24% drop.
Delaware Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 626 |
| 2012 | 506 |
| 2013 | 465 |
| 2014 | 505 |
| 2015 | 526 |
| 2016 | 424 |
| 2017 | 484 |
| 2018 | 501 |
| 2019 | 447 |
| 2020 | 377 |
| 2021 | 360 |
| 2022 | 343 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Delaware
Between 2013 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 1,272 to 995.
Between 2013 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 12,721 to 15,784.
Electricity use for home heating in Delaware
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Delaware. Since 2013, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 3,788 to 4,612, a 21.75% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Delaware
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 Delaware have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Delaware, OH Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 343 households in Delaware, OH heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Delaware, OH temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
1.57% of Delaware, OH Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Delaware, OH Households | Delaware, OH Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 21,808 | 343 |
3 Delaware, OH Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 217,234 gallons of heating oil delivered to Delaware, OH homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Delaware, OH community relies on its 3 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 Delaware, OH, two of the closest terminals are United in Warren, and Apex in Greensboro, . Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Delaware, OH.
Delaware 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.
