What Size Oil Tank Do I Need For My Home?

Choosing the best tank for your family

Deciding what size heating oil tank you need for your home can be intimidating since there are lots of options. The good news is that your knowledgeable Oehlert Bros. energy expert can help you weigh your options and decide what is best for your household.

Factors to consider for the perfect fuel tank

Most residential customers choose 275-gallon tanks, but every family is different and you know your needs best. Several factors come into play when considering tank size:

• How large is your family, and do you expect your household size will change in the near future, such as a grandparent moving in, or a child leaving for college?
• What is your typical energy usage? Your energy expert can analyze your fuel usage over time and help estimate the amount of fuel you need to keep on hand to meet – but not drastically exceed – your family’s needs.
• Does your usage stay about the same throughout the year, or at least during the colder months? Is your fuel usage predictable, or does it vary a great deal? Folks whose fuel usage could ebb and flow a lot include frequent business travelers, those with second homes, retirees who “snow bird” during the winter in a warmer location, etc.
• Have you chosen a heating oil that is easier on your equipment? Since our Bioheat Plus® Heating Oil burns more cleanly than natural gas, it leaves fewer deposits and subjects your equipment to far less wear and tear overall. This means that you’ll see fewer breakdowns and you’ll need fewer repairs. And your system will last longer!

Besides the 275-gallon tanks we install for most residential customers, we also offer 500- and 1,000-gallon double wall storage tanks for commercial applications.

The right size tank is only the first step

It’s crucial to choose the right size heating oil tank for your family so that you’ll always have the fuel you need, when you need it, without having to store too much excess heating oil. But there are also several other factors to weigh – and it all boils down to quality.

Every oil tank Oehlert Brothers sells is thoroughly quality tested to our exacting standards and installed by a team of technicians with decades of experience. You can trust us to get the job done quickly, professionally and safely.

The new-generation of Granby aboveground tanks we install are virtually leak-proof, featuring double-wall construction and leak-detection features. Granby tank features include:

• polyurethane coating
• 20-year+ warranty
• leading-edge corrosion protection
• impact- and abrasion-resistant construction
• sand-colored paint to reduce condensation
• leak detection system
• standard sizing for easy replacement
• UV-resistant coating….and more!

Oehlert Brothers has you covered, no matter what size tank you need

If it’s time to replace your underground or aboveground oil tank, Oehlert Brothers has great options for you. Contact Oehlert Brothers today to get a FREE estimate for a new aboveground oil tank! Become a customer today, and we’ll even remove your old indoor or aboveground tank – cleanly and free of charge!