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Propane can be moderately cleaner than oil. Depending on the age of your boiler, you might get a big boost in efficiency by replacing it.

The difference can be quite substantial:

http://energy.gov/energysaver/furnaces-and-boilers

As much as 25% more energy directed into the home instead of out the chimney.



My current boiler is ~85 AFUE.




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