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Oil delivers more heat per unit of energy (measured in BTU’s) than other fuels — a gallon of oil delivers 140,000 BTU’s, while gas delivers only 100,000 BTU’s per therm. So don’t be misled by claims that a fuel other than oil is a cheaper way to heat your home! One therm of gas does not generate as much heat as a gallon of oil.
