What You’ll Learn How does a heating oil delivery work, and what should I expect during my first one? During a heating oil delivery, a trained driver connects a hose from the delivery truck to your oil tank’s fill pipe and pumps fuel directly into your tank while...
What You’ll Learn When does it make sense to use a heating oil additive? It makes sense to use additives as a low-cost form of preventative care, especially for outdoor tanks. They are great at preventing fuel gelling and slowing sludge buildup. However, they are not...
What You’ll Learn How can you tell if your oil tank is leaking, and is it an emergency if it leaks? Oil tank leaks often reveal themselves through visible stains, unusual odors, dead vegetation, or sudden increases in fuel usage. An oil tank leak isn’t always obvious,...
What You’ll Learn How does an HVAC zoning system work for an oil furnace? An HVAC zoning system divides a home into zones, so each area has its own thermostat. This way, your fuel is only being used to heat the areas where it’s needed instead of warming the entire...
What You’ll Learn Can pre-buy and fixed-rate heating oil plans help me stay within my budget? Pre-buy and fixed-rate heating oil plans can help you manage your heating budget. However, they often come with tradeoffs like higher upfront costs, fees, or locked-in rates...
