Sperr’s Fuel and Heating Blog
Choosing a Heating and Cooling Contractor: What to Look For
About three-quarters of all homes in the United States have air conditioners. Unfortunately, many of these will break down just when they're needed the most - during the long, hot summer months. Don't let this be your experience this summer! Get a jump on hiring an...
Should You Buy a New Furnace? 8 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade
Surprising as it may seem, the state of Pennsylvania experienced record amounts of snowfall in 2021. With cold winter weather this unpredictable, it's important to take every precaution possible to be as prepared for the low temperatures as we can, as well as for all...
How to Prepare Your HVAC Cooling Systems for the Summer
When the sweat beads form on your forehead and you click your thermostat from "heat" to "cold," there's nothing more discouraging than feeling warm air coming from the vents. Don't despair just because summer has arrived before you could test out your air...
How to Prepare Your Home for Oil Deliveries
Around 5.5 million American households depend on heating oil to heat their homes. Heating oil is a convenient fuel option, especially if you sign up for home deliveries. However, it is important that you prepare your property before a delivery. For a safer, faster,...
Common Problems Homeowners Experience With Oil Furnaces
Do you have an oil furnace installed at your house? Before the winter months come, it's best that you make sure your oil furnace is in working condition. Extreme weather can have dangerous effects on you and your family which is why you need to keep on top of the...
Heating Oil Types: Your Home Guide
Households in the US spend between $500 to $1500 on heating, with more money being spent during the winter. Households that use heating oil instead of gas experience more efficient and effective heating but have to pay a bit extra. Although home heating oils may all...
6 Oil Furnace Maintenance Tips You Need To Know
Did you know that heating your home can account for up almost 42 percent of your entire energy bill? With as much as that may cost, it’s smart to care for your furnace. There are steps you can be taking to help maintain your oil furnace. Read on to learn six...
5 Methods To Solve Your Home’s Furnace Issues
Does your furnace keep shutting off suddenly? Are you experience heating problems? Is there smoke or strange noises coming from your furnace? Or does it burn fuel much faster than it used to? If you've noticed these furnace issues lately and are wondering what to do...
How Long Does Heating Oil Last?
Heating oil is a convenient and affordable option for many homeowners. It is very effective and burns hotter than natural gas or even electricity. Technology has made it environmentally friendly and with proper care and maintenance, an oil furnace can last up to three...
What You Need to Know About Home Heating Oil Additives
About 5.5 million Americans use oil to heat their homes, with 81% of them living in the Northeast. For those households that use oil, you already know the upkeep that comes with an oil tank. You might be wondering how to make your oil tank last longer. Perhaps you...