Guides

Fuel delivery, explained.

5 guides on choosing, comparing, and operating delivered fuels — propane, heating oil, and diesel.

Buyer guides

Automatic vs. Will-Call Fuel Delivery: Which One Is Right for You?

Automatic delivery uses degree-day modeling or a wireless tank monitor to keep your tank full; will-call puts you in charge. Compare the trade-offs, the typical price difference, and how to switch.

Comparisons

Heating Oil vs Propane: Cost, BTUs, and Equipment Fit

Compare heating oil and propane head-to-head: BTUs per gallon, typical delivered price, emissions, equipment compatibility, tank ownership, and which fits which kind of home.

Propane vs. Natural Gas: Energy, Cost, and Equipment Differences

Propane and natural gas burn similarly but cost, deliver, and store differently. Compare BTUs per cubic foot, emissions, equipment compatibility, and which fuel fits which kind of home.

Propane basics

Propane Tank Rental vs. Ownership: Trade-offs and the Switching Cost

Leasing a propane tank keeps upfront cost and upkeep low; owning one adds flexibility and the chance to shop suppliers. Here is the balanced trade-off, typical costs, and what changes if you switch.

Residential Propane Tank Sizes: 100, 250, 500, and 1,000 Gallons

Compare the common residential propane tank sizes — 100, 120, 250, 500, and 1,000 gallons — with the loads they cover, refill cadence, and which size fits which kind of home.