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PROPANE VS. OIL
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OIL
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PROPANE
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| A need for a chimney - approximate cost is $5,000. |
No need for a chimney when you use propane. |
| Oil tank has to go in basement - purchase it for approx $300 - $500. |
Propane tank outside under the ground gives you extra room in basement and you don't have to purchase the tank. |
| Owner is responsible for the tank maintenance. |
Superior Energy, LLC will own and maintain the exterior equipment. |
| Oil furnaces/boilers must be cleaned and maintained on a yearly basis at approx. $75.00 - 125.00 a year. |
Gas furnaces/boilers need no yearly maintenance because they burn 98% efficient. |
| Oil can provide heat and hot water only. |
Propane can heat your home and your hot water; AND cook your meals, dry your clothes, run a log in your fireplace, heat your pool and run your gas grill - to name a few. |
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Energy costs for entire house (oil vs. gas): Propane will be less expensive overall. |