The Cost of Heat

Electric vs Fuels - Comparison Result


Electric:

Electric rate (per kilowatt-hour) = 0.120
Cost of heat (per 100,000 BTU) = 3.52


Fuel:

Heating oil cost per gallon = 3.25
Burner efficiency factor = 88%
Cost of heat (per 100,000 BTU) = 2.66


This cost comparison addresses fuel costs only. Capital investment in wiring, burners, piping, tanks, etc. should be taken into account when deciding which fuel type to install or use.

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