Hometown Comfort
317 N Washington St, New Paris, Ohio, United States

At Hometown we don’t just want you to buy from us – we want to be your preferred fuel supplier for life. That’s why it’s important for us to maintain your trust by delivering propane, fuel oil, gasoline, and diesel in a safe, reliable, and friendly manner. Hometown is a local, family owned fuel company you can count on to help your family reduce energy costs, increase comfort, and safely power your home, farm, or business. As a locally owned company we are in the business of taking care of our friends and neighbors and have been doing so for over 50 years. We are committed to providing you with the best customer service along with program offerings that fit your family’s specific needs.

Once upon a time, in the year of 1965, Paul “Pete” Garber established a charming company called New Paris Oil Co. Nestled in New Paris, Ohio, Pete and his team gallantly served homes, farms, and businesses with heating fuel, gasoline, diesel, motor oil, and lubricants.  In 1974 after a successful but dirty (who knew cleaning vehicles could be so messy?!) venture owning Porta Wash, and a couple of years owning New Paris/Eldorado Oil, Marcus Brubaker joined up with Pete at New Paris Oil. Their company grew into multiple counties throughout western Ohio and eastern Indiana, experiencing steady growth of customers, staff, and products.  1986. Enter Gary Garber, Pete’s son. Warmly welcomed, Gary purchased his father’s portion of the business and his electrical contracting company was integrated with New Paris Oil, bringing the total divisions to five…Transport and Route (fuels), Lubricants, HVAC, and Electrical service. The lubricants division was sold in 1995. In 2000 the HVAC division was sold to John Denlinger, who operates it today as New Comfort Heating & Cooling. A lawn care division, CleanCut LawnCare, was formed in 1999 and then sold to Roger Patrick in 2005.  In 2006 a contest was held throughout the land to see who could come up with the best new company name. You see, customers were served far beyond New Paris, and oil was not the only offering. The shoe that fit was ‘Hometown Comfort’, also reflecting the hometown culture of sincere care and friendly service.  Marcus and Gary separated the petroleum and the electrical businesses in 2009, creating two family-owned companies that could be passed on to succeeding generations. Gary owns Garber Electrical Contractors now located in Englewood, Ohio. Marcus retired in November of 2012 and is living happily “ever after”. His sons Loren, Alex, & Jason valiantly carry on the Hometown Comfort tradition. Serving customers in Ohio and Indiana, as well as Transport customers in many other states, the Hometown Comfort team continues to save the day with the benefits of fuel oil, propane, gasoline, and motor fuels. And, by the grace of God, the founding thread of friendly and helpful customer care continues to weave through the Hometown Comfort story.

What We Offer

Whether we are delivering propane, fuel oil, gasoline, or diesel to your home, farm, or business, we will make sure the fuel is delivered safely and on time. Automatic Delivery, Budget Billing and Price Protection options are just a few of the many ways we ensure your family’s comfort. We strive to win the hearts of customers through our “it’s-all-about-you” service. Delivering fuel in a friendly, caring, and helpful manner is what sets us apart.  We proudly serve Preble, Darke, Montgomery, Miami, Wayne, Randolph, and Union counties.

Give the Gift of Warmth

Would you like to donate money to help others but are sometimes skeptical of how your donations will be distributed? With our Neighbors Helping Neighbors program you can be worry free. This program gives the gift of warmth to family’s right here in our community by allowing them to help pay their heating oil and propane bills. Your entire contribution goes directly to those in need.  How does the program work? We keep a list of those who need assistance or, if you prefer, you could let us know if there is a family you would like to help directly. Your donation of any amount is always appreciated. Feel good and make a difference in the lives of your neighbors, call us at (866) 437-2821 today!

Ensure your family’s comfort with Auto-Fill

You can take great comfort in knowing that we are keeping close track of your fuel usage. Based on a sophisticated algorithm that tracks the temperature, weather conditions, and your tank level we are able to accurately forecast your next fuel delivery. Your family always has the propane or fuel oil you need, and you never experience the hassles of checking your tank’s fuel level or taking the time to call us for a delivery.  Auto-Fill includes 24/7 emergency service giving your family complete peace of mind. We are so confident in our Auto-Fill program that in the unlikely event we allow you to run out we will credit your account $50 for the inconvenience. A delivery driver will be dispatched to your home immediately to get your family back in service.