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Oil Prices in Richmond, VT
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| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robinsons Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Northern Coal and Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Saratoga Olive Oil Co | Call for price | No | No |
| Champlain Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Patterson Fuels | Call for price | No | No |
| Energy Coop of Vermont | Call for price | No | No |
| John Leo and Sons | Call for price | No | No |
| Chastenay Plumbing and Heating | Call for price | No | No |
| Trackside Terminal Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Global Co LLC | Call for price | No | No |
| Abba Fuels | Call for price | No | No |
| Trono Fuels | Call for price | No | No |
Richmond Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Richmond homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 12 heating oil companies that serve Richmond 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 Richmond. 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 Richmond 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 Richmond include Robinson's Inc and Northern Coal & Oil.
Richmond Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Richmond: 12 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Richmond: 18 miles
Average Number Of Richmond Homes Served Per Company: 53 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Richmond Oil Company: 45,205 gallons per year
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Richmond Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Propane is the most popular choice in Richmond, used by 783 or 40.85% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Richmond homeowners is heating oil, used by 639 homes (33.33%). The remaining homes are heated with electricity (261), wood (191), natural gas (186), and other fuels (9).
Richmond Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Richmond Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Propane | 783 | 40.9% |
| Heating Oil | 639 | 33.3% |
| Electricity | 261 | 13.6% |
| Wood | 191 | 10.0% |
| Natural Gas | 186 | 9.7% |
| Other Fuels | 9 | 0.5% |
| Solar | 3 | 0.2% |
Propane (40.9%)
Heating oil (33.3%)
Electricity (13.6%)
Wood (10.0%)
Natural gas (9.7%)
Other fuels (0.5%)
Solar (0.2%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Richmond
Heating oil has become less popular in Richmond. In the 6 years since 2016, the number of heating oil homes fell from 682 to 639, a 6.30% drop.
Richmond Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 849 |
| 2012 | 804 |
| 2013 | 729 |
| 2014 | 743 |
| 2015 | 717 |
| 2016 | 682 |
| 2017 | 639 |
| 2018 | 666 |
| 2019 | 681 |
| 2020 | 760 |
| 2021 | 697 |
| 2022 | 639 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Richmond
Between 2016 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 507 to 783.
Between 2016 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 225 to 186.
Electricity use for home heating in Richmond
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Richmond. Since 2016, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 65 to 261, a 301.54% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Richmond
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, 3 homes in Richmond are heated with active solar arrays. This is a Infinity% increase from 2016, when only 0 homes had installed active solar heating.
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Richmond, VT Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 639 households in Richmond, VT heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Richmond, VT temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
33.33% of Richmond, VT Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Richmond, VT Households | Richmond, VT Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 1,917 | 639 |
12 Richmond, VT Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 542,471 gallons of heating oil delivered to Richmond, VT homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Richmond, VT community relies on its 12 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 Richmond, VT, two of the closest terminals are Citgo in Albany, and Sprague in Newington, . Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Richmond, VT.
Richmond 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.
