Probably a bit less efficient per gallon equivalent on propane, no? (If it follows bi-fuel propane/gas or CNG/gas vehicle trends.) 10% < 50% cost difference, though.
Guess I made the oil to propane switch just in time. Paid $2.99/gal the other day for propane, while heating oil is pushing $6/gal round here.
Busy working and learning local building codes so I can attempt to modernize and eek out any energy savings during our home remodeling.
It is less efficient yes. But you are correct, the reduced efficiency is more than compensated for by the cost difference, especially since my heat pump provides heat above 35* instead of being solely reliant on oil.
In Vermont, they're aggressively inspecting and red-tagging fuel oil tanks. Mine is to be replaced this year.
How old is yours?
Old enough that there are no dates on the plates. Most likely late 1960s. Not leaking, no external evidence of major corrosion, but it's time for it to retire.
If they are handing out tax incentives, I'd like some too. Solar panels, higher efficiency furnaces, insulation, HW heaters, appliances, you name it. I'm game for all of it.
On my evening walks I pass through a parking lot for a private college. I have to pay very close attention so I don’t step on any used needles. Yay
Last couple years has been about $3-5k...I owe 'bout tree fiddy (x10).
