Oil powered heating systems are one of the safest, most dependable, and most efficient ways to heat a building. Heating oil is also considerably cleaner than gas and better for the environment. Oil powered tanks are usually installed inside our adjacent to a building, and should be professionally serviced and re-filled on a regular basis. Though not as common, some older, in-ground tanks are also in use. Oil delivery prices per gallon are currently comparable to the cost of fuel delivery. Depending on the unit, oil powered heating systems may need to be filled less frequently than gas models. Due to the sensitive nature of oil transportation and handling, oil delivery is typically provided by professional tank truck service companies. In addition to delivery, Beato Fuel and others often provide installation and maintenance services as well.
Oil Heating system owners have two options for oil delivery Baldwin, NY: automatic and will-call delivery. With automatic delivery, the refilling schedule is established based on the property’s usage. The servicing company will usually need to track the first few months of usage before putting an automatic delivery schedule in place. Under the automatic delivery, property owners do not have to call and arrange delivery. An automatic delivery plan is ideal for users who have consistent heating needs throughout the year. The other delivery option for oil heating system owners is will-call. Will call delivery is ideal for users with inconsistent heating usage, or users that just want a little bit more control over the delivery schedule. Users that prefer will call delivery should typically contact the oil delivery company one to two days ahead of when they would actually need delivery. Emergency delivery may be available for an additional fee. Some companies offer online ordering as a convenience.
Though oil powered heating systems are relatively safe, leaks can still occur from time to time. Leaks are an environmental concern. If a property owner suspects a leak, he or she should contact a service professional immediately. Leaks can also be very costly to repair. A service plan can help to eliminate the risk of costly repairs associated with leaks or other heating system issues.