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== == It depends on where you live and the cost of the fuel. You have to convert to the heating value of gas and oil, factor in efficiency, and then compare the cost per BTU's. For example: Determine the cost of gas vs. oil in your area: For example, heating oil in Seattle is $4.10 per gallon while gas is $1.09 per therm.
Next, calculate the cost of fuel per MMBTU's. Knowing that heating oil has 138,690 BTU per gallon and natural gas has 100,000 BTU per therm, you can calculate using this equation:
$ cost
--------- X 1,000,000 = cost per MMBTU
BTU's
The result of the above step is $29.56/MMBTU for oil, and $10.87/MMBTU for gas.
Next, divide the above by the efficiency of the furnace. Oil furnaces are 80 to 90% efficient and gas furnaces are typically 83% efficient.
The net cost of the fuel per MMBTU is $34.78 for oil and $13.09 for gas in this scenario. If your old house uses 63 MMBTU a heating season, that is a total of $2,200 for oil and $824 for gas for the whole heating season
What else can I help you with?
Why is heating a home with natural gas usually the cheapest option compared to heating with electricity?
There are many reason why natural gas is usually a cheaper option for heating when compared to heating with electricity. The biggest reason is heating with therms is cheaper than kilowatts.
What is cheaper to use a 1500 watt or 5000 btu heater?
It depends on the cost of electricity and the cost of natural gas in your area. Generally, using a 5000 BTU natural gas heater is cheaper than using a 1500 watt electric heater. Natural gas is typically more cost-effective for heating compared to electricity.
Which is cheaper wood or natural gas for heating?
That depends where. In some places (like Dubai), gas is inexpensive and wood is scarce. In other places (like rural America), wood is often available for free (if you cut it yourself) or a low price.
Why do humans use natural gas for heating instead of coal or oil?
Humans use natural gas for heating because it is cleaner burning than coal or oil, producing less air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Natural gas is also more efficient and cost-effective for residential heating compared to coal or oil. Additionally, natural gas is readily available through pipelines in many urban areas.
Is heating water by immersion cheaper than using oil?
Heating water by immersion is generally more energy-efficient and cheaper than using oil because it heats the water directly without heat loss. Oil-fired water heaters may have higher operating costs due to the price of oil and the efficiency of the heating system.
Why is heating a home with natural gas usually the cheapest option compared to heating with electricity?
There are many reason why natural gas is usually a cheaper option for heating when compared to heating with electricity. The biggest reason is heating with therms is cheaper than kilowatts.
Is propane cheaper than natural gas?
The cost of propane can vary depending on factors such as location, supply, and demand. In general, natural gas tends to be cheaper than propane for heating and cooking purposes. However, the overall cost can also depend on efficiency of appliances and usage patterns.
What are the benefits of using a wood burning stove?
Heating with wood is cheaper than heating with natural gas, you can still heat the house even if the power goes out, and they create less smoke than a normal fireplace.
Is microwave oven usage is good?
yes it is much cheaper than heating an oven just 4 a takeaway
Is gas heating better than oil?
is gas cheaper than oil
What is cheaper for electric usage radiators or central heating?
The cheapest option between electric, radiators and central heating is Gas Central Heating. The reason that gas is cheaper than electric is because electricity costs 4-6 times more than gas.
What is cheaper to use a 1500 watt or 5000 btu heater?
It depends on the cost of electricity and the cost of natural gas in your area. Generally, using a 5000 BTU natural gas heater is cheaper than using a 1500 watt electric heater. Natural gas is typically more cost-effective for heating compared to electricity.
How is natural gas used for heating?
gas is converted into electricty, than that is used for heating.
What are the differences between a heat pump and a natural gas furnace in terms of efficiency and cost-effectiveness for heating a home?
A heat pump is more energy-efficient than a natural gas furnace because it moves heat rather than generating it. However, natural gas furnaces are often more cost-effective in areas where natural gas is cheaper than electricity.
Which is cheaper wood or natural gas for heating?
That depends where. In some places (like Dubai), gas is inexpensive and wood is scarce. In other places (like rural America), wood is often available for free (if you cut it yourself) or a low price.
Is it cheaper to set heating for two hours morning and evening or to set all day morning to evening?
Certainly it is more cheaper to set heating for two hours morning and evening rather than to set it for all day long.
Why do humans use natural gas for heating instead of coal or oil?
Humans use natural gas for heating because it is cleaner burning than coal or oil, producing less air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Natural gas is also more efficient and cost-effective for residential heating compared to coal or oil. Additionally, natural gas is readily available through pipelines in many urban areas.
