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Oil Prices in Houston, DE
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| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| JC Eisenbrey and Son | Call for price | No | No |
| Baker Petroleum | Call for price | No | No |
| PepUp Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Kent Oil and Propane Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Bob Willey and Sons | Call for price | No | No |
| PepUp | Call for price | No | No |
Houston Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Houston homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 6 heating oil companies that serve Houston 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 Houston. 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 Houston 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 Houston include JC Eisenbrey & Son and Baker Petroleum.
Houston Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Houston: 6 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Houston: 18 miles
Average Number Of Houston Homes Served Per Company: 31 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Houston Oil Company: 12,743 gallons per year
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Houston Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Electricity is the most popular choice in Houston, used by 417 or 61.87% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Houston homeowners is heating oil, used by 189 homes (28.04%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (54), natural gas (8), wood (7), and other fuels (5).
Houston Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Houston Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 417 | 61.9% |
| Heating Oil | 189 | 28.0% |
| Propane | 54 | 8.0% |
| Natural Gas | 8 | 1.2% |
| Wood | 7 | 1.0% |
| Other Fuels | 5 | 0.7% |
| No Fuel | 1 | 0.2% |
Electricity (61.9%)
Heating oil (28.0%)
Propane (8.0%)
Natural gas (1.2%)
Wood (1.0%)
Other fuels (0.7%)
No fuel (0.2%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Houston
Heating oil has become less popular in Houston. In the 6 years since 2016, the number of heating oil homes fell from 209 to 189, a 9.57% drop.
Houston Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 204 |
| 2012 | 198 |
| 2013 | 150 |
| 2014 | 154 |
| 2015 | 220 |
| 2016 | 209 |
| 2017 | 230 |
| 2018 | 208 |
| 2019 | 249 |
| 2020 | 175 |
| 2021 | 182 |
| 2022 | 189 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Houston
Between 2016 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 171 to 54.
Between 2016 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 2 to 8.
Electricity use for home heating in Houston
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Houston. Since 2016, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 206 to 417, a 102.43% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Houston
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 Houston have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Houston, DE Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 189 households in Houston, DE heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Houston, DE temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
28.04% of Houston, DE Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Houston, DE Households | Houston, DE Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 674 | 189 |
6 Houston, DE Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 76,463 gallons of heating oil delivered to Houston, DE homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Houston, DE community relies on its 6 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 Houston, DE, two of the closest terminals are Sunoco in Salisbury, and Apex in Baltimore, . Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Houston, DE.
Houston 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.
