Sperr’s Fuel and Heating Blog
What Biofuel Blends Mean for the Future of Oil Heat
What You’ll Learn What are biofuel blends, and how do they impact my home heating system? Biofuel heating oil is a blend of traditional heating oil and renewable fuels, such as soybean oil or recycled cooking oil. As heating technology evolves, homeowners want...
Why You Shouldn’t Let Your Oil Tank Drop Below ¼ Full
What You’ll Learn Is it bad if my oil tank drops below ¼ full? Yes, you should not let your oil tank drop below ¼ full. This can cause sediment and sludge to get sucked into your fuel line, and condensation can corrode the inside of the tank. These issues might have...
Will Call vs. Automatic Oil Delivery: Which Fits Your Lifestyle?
What You’ll Learn Should I choose will-call or automatic oil delivery, and which one makes sense for my home? The right choice depends on how involved you want to be in managing your oil supply. Will-call is best if you prefer to monitor your tank and schedule...
How to Tell if Your Oil Tank Gauge Is Stuck
What You’ll Learn How do I know if my oil tank gauge is stuck? If your oil tank gauge doesn’t seem to change, even after significant oil use, it may be stuck. If the gauge does not jump to a full reading immediately after delivery, it may just need time to...
Spring Cleaning Guide: Oil Tank Inspection Tips for Homeowners
Vacuuming? ✔️ Closets cleaned out? ✔️ Windows finally open to let the fresh air in? ✔️ Spring cleaning is in full swing, and your home is starting to feel lighter, brighter, and ready for the new season. But there’s one thing that probably didn’t make your list. Your...
Why Your AC Needs a Little Springtime TLC
Sarah heard a pathetic rattle, a wheeze, and then nothing. A bead of sweat formed on her forehead as the realization set in. Her house was going to turn into a greenhouse before the sun went down. Her AC had sat dormant all winter, and instead of giving it a checkup,...
The Comfort Handoff: Why Spring is Perfect for AC Maintenance
The changing of the guard is about to happen in your home. Winter has finally wound down, and summer is moving in. This means your furnace is going to hand off the responsibility of keeping you comfortable to your AC. By scheduling your AC tune-up this spring, you...
The New Homeowner’s Guide to Oil Heat
What You’ll Learn What should I know as a new oil heat homeowner? You should know the basics of your system, like the three parts consisting of the tank, the burner, and the distribution system. You should also understand how to read your tank gauge, and have the...
5 Hidden Benefits of a Furnace Tune-Up
What You’ll Learn Why should I get a furnace tune-up annually? The biggest answer, and the one people often think of, is to ensure that your furnace runs properly and keeps you warm all winter. However, there are many other positives to annual tune-ups, such as...
The Homeowner’s Guide to Selling a Home with Heating Oil
What You’ll Learn What can I do to make my heating oil tank a selling point? A heating oil tank becomes a selling point when it’s professionally inspected, well-documented, and free of major concerns. Addressing issues upfront and presenting clear records helps...
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