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...
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 What should I do if my oil tank gauge doesn’t show “full” after delivery? First, give your tank a few minutes to settle. If after a few minutes, the reading still seems wrong or there are other worrying signs like rust or a cracked cover, then...
What You’ll Learn What do I do if I need an emergency heating oil delivery during a storm? If you run out of heating oil during a storm, stay calm and take quick, safe steps to conserve heat while arranging an emergency delivery from your provider. In most cases, our...
What You’ll Learn Should I put my heating oil tank in my basement or outside? Deciding where to place your oil tank depends on your home’s space, local climate, delivery convenience, and maintenance preferences. Both indoor and outdoor tanks are safe and efficient...
