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Oil Prices in Riva, MD
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| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murphys Fuel Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Allied Fuel Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| KeroDel | Call for price | No | No |
| Pasadena Discount Heating Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Day and Night Fuel Oils | Call for price | No | No |
| Price Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| C and M Heating Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
Riva Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Riva homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 7 heating oil companies that serve Riva 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 1 “full-service” oil companies that serve Riva. Full service companies such as Murphy's Fuel Oil Company 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 Riva 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 Riva include Price Oil Company and Pasadena Discount Heating Oil.
Riva Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Riva: 7 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Riva: 18 miles
Average Number Of Riva Homes Served Per Company: 19 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Riva Oil Company: 9,865 gallons per year
Riva, MD Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Riva homeowners purchased a total of 69,061 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 174 towns in Maryland, Riva ranks 243rd for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Riva ranks 4460th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Riva’s overall heating oil use varies from year to year, primarily depending on how cold each winter is. As the temperature outside gets colder, homes’ heating systems need to burn more and more oil to keep homes warm. Last winter in Riva, the average outside temperature was 2.3° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Riva Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 40.7° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 43° F |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Riva Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Riva, used by 788 or 52.60% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Riva homeowners is electricity, used by 539 homes (35.98%). The remaining homes are heated with heating oil (134), propane (54).
Riva Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Riva Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | 788 | 52.6% |
| Electricity | 539 | 36.0% |
| Heating Oil | 134 | 9.0% |
| Propane | 54 | 3.6% |
Natural gas (52.6%)
Electricity (36.0%)
Heating oil (9.0%)
Propane (3.6%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Riva
Heating oil has become more popular in Riva. In the 3 years since 2019, the number of heating oil homes rose from 123 to 134, a 8.94% lift.
Riva Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 198 |
| 2012 | 195 |
| 2013 | 191 |
| 2014 | 199 |
| 2015 | 175 |
| 2016 | 163 |
| 2017 | 136 |
| 2018 | 167 |
| 2019 | 123 |
| 2020 | 87 |
| 2021 | 108 |
| 2022 | 134 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Riva
Between 2019 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 45 to 54.
Between 2019 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 533 to 788.
Electricity use for home heating in Riva
Electric space heating systems are becoming drop popular in Riva. Since 2019, the number of homes heating with electricity fell from 631 to 539, a 14.58% decrease.
Solar use for home heating in Riva
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 Riva have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Riva, MD Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 134 households in Riva, MD heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Riva, MD temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
8% of Riva, MD Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Riva, MD Households | Riva, MD Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 1,498 | 134 |
7 Riva, MD Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 69,061 gallons of heating oil delivered to Riva, MD homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Riva, MD community relies on its 7 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 Riva, MD, two of the closest terminals are Buckeye in Baltimore, MD and Citgo in Baltimore, MD. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Riva, MD.
Riva 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.
