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Oil Prices in Sandston, VA
Updated on October 6, 2025 at 09:00 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungerford Heating and Cooling | Call for price | No | No |
| Southside Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| Kellehers Heating Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Massey Wood and West | Call for price | No | No |
Sandston Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Sandston homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 4 heating oil companies that serve Sandston 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 Sandston. Full service companies such as Hungerford Heating & Cooling 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 Sandston 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 Sandston include Southside Fuel and Kellehers Heating Oil.
Sandston Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Sandston: 4 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Sandston: 18 miles
Average Number Of Sandston Homes Served Per Company: 77 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Sandston Oil Company: 46,808 gallons per year
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Sandston Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Electricity is the most popular choice in Sandston, used by 4,687 or 87.07% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Sandston homeowners is natural gas, used by 473 homes (8.79%). The remaining homes are heated with heating oil (310), propane (61), no fuel (12).
Sandston Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Sandston Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 4,687 | 87.1% |
| Natural Gas | 473 | 8.8% |
| Heating Oil | 310 | 5.8% |
| Propane | 61 | 1.1% |
| No Fuel | 12 | 0.2% |
| Wood | 8 | 0.2% |
Electricity (87.1%)
Natural gas (8.8%)
Heating oil (5.8%)
Propane (1.1%)
No fuel (0.2%)
Wood (0.2%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Sandston
Heating oil has become less popular in Sandston. In the 4 years since 2018, the number of heating oil homes fell from 395 to 310, a 21.52% drop.
Sandston Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 889 |
| 2012 | 809 |
| 2013 | 664 |
| 2014 | 503 |
| 2015 | 397 |
| 2016 | 355 |
| 2017 | 360 |
| 2018 | 395 |
| 2019 | 439 |
| 2020 | 450 |
| 2021 | 374 |
| 2022 | 310 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Sandston
Between 2018 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 212 to 61.
Between 2018 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 467 to 473.
Electricity use for home heating in Sandston
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Sandston. Since 2018, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 3,861 to 4,687, a 21.39% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Sandston
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 Sandston have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Sandston, VA Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 310 households in Sandston, VA heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Sandston, VA temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
5.76% of Sandston, VA Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Sandston, VA Households | Sandston, VA Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 5,383 | 310 |
4 Sandston, VA Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 187,235 gallons of heating oil delivered to Sandston, VA homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Sandston, VA community relies on its 4 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 Sandston, VA, two of the closest terminals are 1st Enrgy in Richmond, and Sunoco in Salisbury, . Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Sandston, VA.
Sandston 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.
