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Business Combinations
 6 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Business Combinations [Abstract]  
Business Combinations

5) Business Combinations

During the six months ended March 31, 2012, the Partnership acquired four heating oil and propane dealers. The aggregate purchase price was approximately $26.2 million, including working capital of $3.4 million and for one acquired company a contingent consideration of up to $0.3 million, to be paid over the two year period following the acquisition date if the acquisition meets certain performance goals. The operating results of these four acquisitions have been included in the Partnership's consolidated financial statements since the date of acquisition, and are not material to the Partnership's financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows. Preliminary fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are comprised primarily of intangibles and certain working capital items, which are reflected in the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of March 31, 2012, and are pending final valuation within the permitted measurement period.