How can I compare Natural Gas and
Propane? |
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First
we need to have a common denominator. |
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The
industry uses the Therm when comparing different fuels. |
One
therm=100,000 BTUs(British Thermal Units) |
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This
is a measure of heat when a fuel is consumed. |
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Since
gas is sold by the therm, by converting each fuel to equivilent |
therms,
you can compare the heating value and costs of these fuels. |
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100
Cu.Ft. of Natural Gas yields the heating content of one therm. |
1.1
Gallons of Propane yields the heating content of one therm. |
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At
current Parsons Natural Gas Rates based on 10,000 cf usage the |
cost
per therm is $1.10 |
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At
current Propane Gas Rates the cost per therm is $1.76 |
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The
Natural Gas figure includes Sales Tax and the $6.60 monthly fee. |
The
Propane Gas figure includes Sales Tax but does not include any |
tank
rental fees. |
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