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Oil Prices in South Sterling, PA
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| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plociniak Oil Company Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Pennywise Fuel Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Locklins Bottled Gas Inc | Call for price | No | No |
South Sterling Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For South Sterling homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 3 heating oil companies that serve South 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 0 “full-service” oil companies that serve South Sterling. 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 South 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 South Sterling include Plociniak Oil Company Inc and Pennywise Fuel Inc.
South Sterling Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving South Sterling: 3 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to South Sterling: 18 miles
Average Number Of South Sterling Homes Served Per Company: 19 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per South Sterling Oil Company: 12,475 gallons per year
South Sterling, PA Heating Oil Trends
Last year, South Sterling homeowners purchased a total of 37,427 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 1042 towns in Pennsylvania, South Sterling ranks 1104th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, South Sterling ranks 5183rd out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
South Sterling’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 South Sterling, the average outside temperature was 2.7° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
South Sterling Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 29.8° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 32.5° F |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: South Sterling Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in South Sterling, used by 58 or 63.04% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for South Sterling homeowners is propane, used by 21 homes (22.83%). The remaining homes are heated with electricity (7), coal (3).
South Sterling Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | South Sterling Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Heating Oil | 58 | 63.0% |
| Propane | 21 | 22.8% |
| Electricity | 7 | 7.6% |
| Coal | 3 | 3.3% |
Heating oil (63.0%)
Propane (22.8%)
Electricity (7.6%)
Coal (3.3%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in South Sterling
Heating oil has become more popular in South Sterling. In the 9 years since 2013, the number of heating oil homes rose from 40 to 58, a 45.00% lift.
South Sterling Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 40 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 55 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 58 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in South Sterling
Between 2013 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 23 to 21.
Natural gas pipes have not been installed into homes in South Sterling.
Electricity use for home heating in South Sterling
Electric space heating systems are becoming drop popular in South Sterling. Since 2013, the number of homes heating with electricity fell from 38 to 7, a 81.58% decrease.
Solar use for home heating in South 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 South Sterling have not yet adopted solar heating.
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South Sterling, PA Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 58 households in South Sterling, PA heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when South Sterling, PA temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
63% of South Sterling, PA Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| South Sterling, PA Households | South Sterling, PA Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 92 | 58 |
3 South Sterling, PA Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 37,426 gallons of heating oil delivered to South Sterling, PA homeowners during the winter of 2024, the South Sterling, PA 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 South Sterling, PA, two of the closest terminals are null in null and null in null. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in South Sterling, PA.
South Sterling 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.
