Sperr’s Fuel and Heating Blog
What to Expect During Your First Home Heating Oil Delivery
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...
Should You Add Heating Oil Additives? Pros, Limits, and Costs
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...
How to Tell If Your Oil Tank Is Leaking
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,...
Even Heat, Better Comfort: The Case for HVAC Zoning
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...
Understanding Heating Oil Price Protection Plans
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...
Why Transparent Pricing is Non-Negotiable for Your Heating Oil Delivery Service
What You’ll Learn What makes transparent heating oil pricing essential for staying in control of my budget? Transparent pricing eliminates hidden fees, clarifies market-driven changes, and ensures you understand exactly what you’re paying for. It provides consistency...
Why Your Local Fuel Company Makes All the Difference
What You’ll Learn Why should I choose a local fuel oil company? Local companies deliver oil faster, communicate clearly, and understand your community and local weather patterns. They get to know your home and your system well, which means fewer mistakes, better...
Mixing Heating Oil Types: What You Need to Know
What You’ll Learn Is It Safe to Mix Different Types of Heating Oil? Yes, most blends are safe, like No. 2, ultra-low sulfur, Bioheat®, or even diesel in an emergency, but not all. You should always let your provider handle the mixing for safety and system protection...
Sludge Buildup: The Hidden Oil Tank Attacker
What You’ll Learn How do I get rid of the sludge buildup in my oil tank? Call a professional to perform a tank cleaning to remove the sludge. They might need to replace your furnace filter if the sludge has clogged it. Once the sludge is cleaned, or before it even...
9 Cold-Weather Habits That Save You Money on Oil Heat
What You’ll Learn How can I lower my heating bill during the winter? There are quite a few simple habits—like lowering your thermostat, replacing filters, or simply opening your window blinds—that can help you use less oil while staying warm and comfortable. ...