Gas Heat vs. Oil Heat
Autumn is here, and the cold weather looms in the not-too-distant future. It’s a good time to get a jump on making sure that you and yours stay toasty warm through the cold months ahead. Which does a better and more efficient job, gas heat or oil heat? First, let’s start with an essential definition. […]
Should You Keep Your Oil Tank Full in the Summer?
There’s a lot of uncertainty out there lately regarding the prices of a great number of things. With increasing inflation, prices going up at the pump, and rising energy costs, homeowners are looking for ways to save what they can, especially on Long Island, where things are already pretty expensive. In fact, this year, heating […]
A Review of Advancements in Home Heating Oil
There have been several improvements in recent years to the ways we heat our homes. Many of these advancements have to do with becoming more efficient while lessening our impact on the environment and carbon footprint.
Why Do Oil Prices Rise And Fall?
With the recent conflict in Europe and resulting sanctions affecting oil imports and exports, many Long Islanders are experiencing the resulting impact of that at the pump. Some of the sharpest increases to our gas prices have been happening, and we know quite when the prices will go back down again. While this situation is […]
Heating Seasonal Performance Factor Ratings — What to Know
When considering an HVAC system replacement or upgrade, Heating Seasonal Performance Ratings (HSPF) is a critical number to understand. HSPF is a rating that measures the energy efficiency of a heat pump during cool and cold months, with higher-rated units between 9 and 10 providing significant energy efficiency. How is HSPF calculated, how does it […]
How Biofuel Can Help Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
By now, most residents living in the lower part of New York have heard of biofuel. In 2017, New York State passed a law mandating a minimum of 5 percent biofuel in Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester heating oil, which complemented New York City’s October 2016 law setting the same minimum limit and outlining plans for […]
Baseboard Heating vs. Forced Hot Air Systems – Which is Better?
When choosing the system to heat your home, many options are available, which can be confusing. Depending on where you live, some help may narrow down your options based on resource availability (i.e., natural gas vs. oil heat), but that doesn’t mean that you are forced into a choice that doesn’t suit your home’s needs. […]
The Cost of COD vs. Automatic Delivery
COD oil delivery and automatic delivery services each have distinct pros based on your needs and means as the homeowner. COD delivery represents a convenient way for homeowners to purchase oil based on their immediate needs and schedules. In contrast, automatic oil delivery takes the guesswork out of oil delivery as your oil company handles […]
Why You Should Avoid Running Out of Oil
Having an oil heat system in your home brings many benefits to you and your family. It is best for the system to keep up with the refills for your heating system, so you don’t run into issues later. You may be surprised to learn that your oil heating system running out of oil can […]
Four Signs That You Need To Upgrade Your Heating System
Your heating system is an essential component of your home that you rely on to keep you and your loved ones warm. In return, your heating system is dependent on you to keep it running smoothly with regular maintenance checks and scheduling repairs at the first sign of deterioration. Many of us utilize our heating […]