How Long Will Heating Oil Last in My Tank This Winter?

The winter winds are whipping outside, which means that your home (and its residents) are probably feeling the chill! If you use heating oil to keep your home comfortable, it can be hard to find the perfect amount of oil to order every winter. After all, with changing temperatures and entertaining at holiday parties, things are unpredictable. How long will fuel oil last at your house this winter, and when should you place your next order with Husky Heating Oil?

How Long Will Heating Oil Last This Winter?

There is no precise answer to this question, as it will vary wildly depending on the size of your fuel oil tank, the size of your home, the temperatures outside, the energy efficiency of your home and how warm you keep the temperature. Freezing temperatures outside or fluctuating temperatures can lead to using more  oil than you typically would. It’s always better to be on the cautious side and order more heating oil during periods of intense cold or when there is a snowstorm coming.

What Is the Forecast?

If you are curious about the answer to “How long will my heating oil last?” as you prepare to place your order, the easiest way is checking the forecast and using the table below. How long will fuel oil last in the average home at different temperatures?

Average Outdoor Temperature	Est. Gallons Used Every 24 Hours	Est. Days 25 Gallons Will Last
15	7.8	3.2
20	7	3.6
25	6.2	4
30	5.3	4.7
35	4.5	5.6
40	3.7	6.8
45	2.8	8.9
50	2	12.5

We recommend never allowing your tank level to fall below 30 gallons, as a delay in delivery due to weather or the holidays could delay your delivery further.

How Long Will Your Oil Last? We Can Help!

The best way to prevent worrying about heating oil in your tank is by enrolling in free automatic delivery with Husky Heating Oil. Our professionals will monitor your  tank levels and deliver high-quality fuel when you need it so you don’t need to add one more thing to your to-do list.

Husky Heating Oil is a leader in high-quality heating oil delivery for homeowners in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Harford County and Howard County. Since 1993, we have worked hard to deliver our customers cost-effective fuels to heat their homes. To check our rates or place your order, please visit our website or call us today at (410) 220-5386.