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Oil Prices in Dexter, ME
Updated on June 24, 2025 at 05:00 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| A E Robinson Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Mckusick Petroleum Co Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Griffin Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
Dexter Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Dexter homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 3 heating oil companies that serve Dexter 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 Dexter. 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 Dexter 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 Dexter include Griffin Fuel and Mckusick Petroleum Co Inc.
Dexter Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Dexter: 3 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Dexter: 18 miles
Average Number Of Dexter Homes Served Per Company: 392 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Dexter Oil Company: 281,648 gallons per year
Dexter, ME Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Dexter homeowners purchased a total of 844,946 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 277 towns in Maine, Dexter ranks 82nd for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Dexter ranks 983rd out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Dexter’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 Dexter, the average outside temperature was 1.7° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Dexter Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 26.5° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 28.2° F |
Dexter Heating Oil Price History
Updated on June 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 06/05/2025 | $3.299 |
| 06/04/2025 | $3.299 |
| 06/03/2025 | $3.299 |
| 06/02/2025 | $3.299 |
| 06/01/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/31/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/30/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/29/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/28/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/27/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/26/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/25/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/24/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/23/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/22/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/21/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/20/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/19/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/18/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/17/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/16/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/15/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/14/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/13/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/12/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/11/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/10/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/09/2025 | $3.299 |
| 05/08/2025 | $3.299 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Dexter Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in Dexter, used by 1,178 or 56.50% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Dexter homeowners is wood, used by 307 homes (14.72%). The remaining homes are heated with electricity (293), propane (178), other fuels (148), and other fuels (148).
Dexter Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Dexter Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Heating Oil | 1,178 | 56.5% |
| Wood | 307 | 14.7% |
| Electricity | 293 | 14.1% |
| Propane | 178 | 8.5% |
| Other Fuels | 148 | 7.1% |
| Natural Gas | 61 | 2.9% |
Heating oil (56.5%)
Wood (14.7%)
Electricity (14.1%)
Propane (8.5%)
Other fuels (7.1%)
Natural gas (2.9%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Dexter
Heating oil has become less popular in Dexter. In the 8 years since 2014, the number of heating oil homes fell from 1,222 to 1,178, a 3.60% drop.
Dexter Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 1,316 |
| 2012 | 1,300 |
| 2013 | 1,184 |
| 2014 | 1,222 |
| 2015 | 1,272 |
| 2016 | 1,139 |
| 2017 | 1,179 |
| 2018 | 1,197 |
| 2019 | 1,123 |
| 2020 | 1,029 |
| 2021 | 1,101 |
| 2022 | 1,178 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Dexter
Between 2014 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 66 to 178.
Between 2014 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 15 to 61.
Electricity use for home heating in Dexter
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Dexter. Since 2014, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 118 to 293, a 148.31% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Dexter
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 Dexter have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Dexter, ME Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 1,178 households in Dexter, ME heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Dexter, ME temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
56% of Dexter, ME Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Dexter, ME Households | Dexter, ME Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2,085 | 1,178 |
3 Dexter, ME Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 844,946 gallons of heating oil delivered to Dexter, ME homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Dexter, ME 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 Dexter, ME, two of the closest terminals are Buckeye in Bangor, ME and Pbt in Brewer, ME. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Dexter, ME.
Dexter 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.
