Running out of heating oil is not something that any home or business owner wants to have to deal with. This is especially true once we get hit with winter temperatures here in the Eastern Pennsylvania area.
Getting too low on fuel or running out entirely puts your heating system at risk. You open yourself up to all sorts of complications such as clogs, condensation, sludge, rust and corrosion. Putting your heating system at risk means you are putting yourself in a position to be without heat. Therefore, it is best to just avoid this entirely.
The good news is that this is all avoidable. You just have to partner with a heating oil provider that you can truly rely on like Oehlert Bros. and learn to manage your fuel supply and deliveries. We explore how you can do this below.
Oehlert Bros. fully understands that the idea of running out of heating oil can be a huge stressor for homeowners. That is why we offer an Automatic Delivery option.
Through this service we use advanced technology that factors in the local weather, your prior fuel consumption patterns and degree-day calculations as we monitor your heating oil usage. All of this information allows us to accurately predict when your heating oil tank will need to be refilled and we’ll schedule a delivery accordingly. Customers who opt into our automatic delivery option don’t need to bother reading their fuel tank’s gauge. In fact, they don’t even need to contact us to set up their next fuel delivery. It is truly that simple and hassle free!
If you aren’t enrolled in automatic deliveries you should contact your provider when your tank hits the 25% mark. This should leave enough time for you to schedule a delivery without having to worry about running out of heating oil.
Of course we really only use heating oil once it gets cold out. However, you shouldn’t wait for temperatures to drop to make sure that you have a sufficient amount of fuel in your tank.
It is actually best practice to place an order for heating oil in the spring and summer. Not only does this set you up for success in advance of the winter season, but fuel prices also tend to be cheaper since demand for the fuel is not as high. This is a total win-win. You will also probably feel relieved to know that your home heating system is all set and ready to face whatever the winter has in store.
Regardless of how you order your heating oil there are a few steps you should follow to help ensure a smooth and stress-free delivery:
Homeowners here in Eastern Pennsylvania who are looking for reliable heating oil services should look no further than Oehlert Bros. We service Berks County, Montgomery County and Chester County.
Contact Oehlert Bros. today to partner with us on your heating oil needs.