Oil Vs. Gas Heating
It's not only oil prices that are affected by this trend, all energy costs are rising – including gas! We're just as concerned about this as you are, which is why we provide a range of flexible financing and payment options to help spread your annual energy costs throughout the year.

Rising energy costs It's not only oil prices that are affected by this trend, all energy costs are rising – including gas! We're just as concerned about this as you are, which is why we provide a range of flexible financing and payment options to help spread your annual energy costs throughout the year.

Switching from oil to gas can cost up to $9,000 Gas heating conversion, involving tank abandonment or removal, plumbing, electrical, chimney work and ducting could run as high as $9,000. The Consumer Energy Council of America (CECA) recently stated "it's financially unwise for consumers to convert from oil to gas heat." Oil heat is provided by many companies, all actively engaged in a highly competitive industry while gas heat is provided by one big utility – with no choice and no competition.

Heating oil is more efficient than gas On average, heating oil burns about 16% more efficiently than gas. Efficiency ratings of new oil heat appliances range from 83% to 95% and can have an average life expectancy of 30 or more years if they are properly maintained vs. the average life expectancy of a gas furnace of 11-14 years. Heating oil equipment upgrades to a more energy-efficient system pays for itself over a short time, adds value to a home and provides more efficient residential warmth than gas. The hot water recovery rate of an oil-fueled water heater is twice as fast as a gas water heater and three times as fast as an electric water heater. Oil creates 140,000 BTUs of heat per gallon while a gallon equivalent of Natural Gas produces 100,000 BTUs. You burn approximately 40% more natural gas to receive the same heating equivalent as heating oil.

Heating oil is clean and environmentally friendly Over the past 20 years, the sulfur content of heating oil has been reduced by over 93%* and today's heating oil is 95% cleaner than it was in 1970. Oil burners emissions have been reduced to near zero levels, reducing overall emissions by 95%. In 2004, Oil and Energy issued a report that heating oil is more environmentally friendly in terms of emissions. When properly adjusted and maintained, new oil heat systems create absolutely no soot, dirt or odors in the home.

Heating oil is dependable Heating oil allows you to control your own personal oil supply - stored on your own property plus you choose how to use and conserve your supply as you need it. We have never run out of oil and as an automatic delivery customer, you'll always have a supply. Some areas may only have a single natural gas provider. Our technicians and customer service teams all live and work where you do, so you enjoy better customer service and more local options.

Heating oil is safe Fuel oil is not explosive and heating oil only ignites by an advanced burning system within an oil-burner or furnace. Inhalation of fumes is not fatal -- unlike gas, which is known as 'the silent killer' and is the leading cause of death from carbon monoxide poisoning in the U.S. -- there's a low possibility of carbon monoxide entering the home from oil. System malfunctions produce clear warning signs like smoke, odors or even soot before releasing carbon monoxide, gas heating systems give you no warning of carbon monoxide production or release.

Heating oil has traditionally been cheaper than natural gas Yes, times are quite challenging now with the rise of oil prices but did you know that, depending on where you live, the cost of heating oil has traditionally been cheaper 5 out of the past 7 years, or more depending on what state you live in.

Oil supplies can meet demand Despite global unrest and natural disasters, there is still an abundance of long lasting crude oil and world oil reserves. No dependence of one nation or region for oil supplies, the U.S. is the world's third largest oil producing country – half of petroleum resources are domestic and our largest supplier of crude oil outside the U.S., is Canada. As your trusted partner we can provide you with the most energy-efficient equipment and programs you need to help you save on home energy costs.

Oil supplies can meet demand Cast Iron Dependability -- One Step Better Cast iron has the unique ability to absorb and transfer heat quickly and efficiently while providing unmatched durability. The center, cast iron sections of the H.B SMITH S-8 Series are as much as 40% larger than most, allowing for quicker heat transfer and a larger water surface. The S-8 is the one choice for both water and steam applications. Designed to extract the maximum amount of heat, H.B SMITH cast iron sections reduce fuel consumption and save you money. Plus, cast iron quality and availability are ensured because all H.B. SMITH heat exchanger castings are produced in-house-a claim no other boiler manufacturer can make.