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Oil Prices in South Gardiner, ME
Updated Today at 07:38 AM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colby and Gale | Call for price | No | No |
| Litchfield Fuel Company | Call for price | No | No |
| OFarrell Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Summit Natural Gas | Call for price | No | No |
| Augusta Fuel Company | Call for price | No | No |
| CB Haskell Fuel Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Main Street Fuels | Call for price | No | No |
South Gardiner Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For South Gardiner homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 7 heating oil companies that serve South Gardiner 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 Gardiner. 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 Gardiner 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 Gardiner include Litchfield Fuel Co and O'Farrell Energy.
South Gardiner Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving South Gardiner: 7 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to South Gardiner: 18 miles
Average Number Of South Gardiner Homes Served Per Company: 13 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per South Gardiner Oil Company: 9,836 gallons per year
South Gardiner, ME Heating Oil Trends
Last year, South Gardiner homeowners purchased a total of 68,858 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 277 towns in Maine, South Gardiner ranks 353rd for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, South Gardiner ranks 4467th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
South Gardiner’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 Gardiner, the average outside temperature was 2.0° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
South Gardiner Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 29.2° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 31.2° F |
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South Gardiner Heating Oil Price History
Updated on August 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 08/26/2025 | $2.959 |
| 08/25/2025 | $2.959 |
| 08/24/2025 | $2.959 |
| 08/23/2025 | $2.959 |
| 08/22/2025 | $3.029 |
| 08/21/2025 | $3.029 |
| 08/20/2025 | $3.029 |
| 08/19/2025 | $3.029 |
| 08/18/2025 | $3.029 |
| 08/14/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/13/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/12/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/10/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/09/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/08/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/07/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/06/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/05/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/04/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/03/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/02/2025 | $3.039 |
| 08/01/2025 | $3.039 |
| 07/31/2025 | $3.039 |
| 07/30/2025 | $3.062 |
| 07/29/2025 | $3.062 |
| 07/28/2025 | $3.062 |
| 07/27/2025 | $3.096 |
| 07/26/2025 | $3.096 |
| 07/25/2025 | $3.096 |
| 07/24/2025 | $3.096 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: South Gardiner Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in South Gardiner, used by 96 or 82.05% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for South Gardiner homeowners is electricity, used by 22 homes (18.80%)..
South Gardiner Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | South Gardiner Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Heating Oil | 96 | 82.1% |
| Electricity | 22 | 18.8% |
Heating oil (82.1%)
Electricity (18.8%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in South Gardiner
Heating oil has become less popular in South Gardiner. In the 2 years since 2020, the number of heating oil homes fell from 121 to 96, a 20.66% drop.
South Gardiner Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 184 |
| 2012 | 133 |
| 2013 | 163 |
| 2014 | 179 |
| 2015 | 164 |
| 2016 | 185 |
| 2017 | 181 |
| 2018 | 121 |
| 2019 | 155 |
| 2020 | 121 |
| 2021 | 108 |
| 2022 | 96 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in South Gardiner
Homeowners in South Gardiner do not use propane as a heating fuel.
Natural gas pipes have not been installed into homes in South Gardiner.
Electricity use for home heating in South Gardiner
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in South Gardiner. Since 2020, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 16 to 22, a 37.50% increase.
Solar use for home heating in South Gardiner
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 Gardiner have not yet adopted solar heating.
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South Gardiner, ME Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 96 households in South Gardiner, ME heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when South Gardiner, ME temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
82% of South Gardiner, ME Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| South Gardiner, ME Households | South Gardiner, ME Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 117 | 96 |
7 South Gardiner, ME Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 68,858 gallons of heating oil delivered to South Gardiner, ME homeowners during the winter of 2024, the South Gardiner, ME 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 South Gardiner, ME, two of the closest terminals are Gulf in So. Portland, ME and Citgo in Portland, ME. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in South Gardiner, ME.
South Gardiner 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.
