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Jul 02

Reasons To Top Off Your Fuel Oil Tank This Summer

  • July 2, 2018
  • Home Heating Oil

Allentown Heating Oil Delivery CompanyAllentown PA homeowners are often trying to find the best local fuel delivery company to meet their needs. Many people find this task to be overwhelming. However, it doesn’t need to be. Many homeowners choose a company based on the best home heating oil prices today. Because the cost of oil often fluctuates, this is not the best way to select the best company.

There are other factors that homeowners should base their decision. These factors include the company’s reputation for customer service and the quality of the fuel.

Since fuel deliveries slow down during the warm weather, you can use this time to find a company that meets your needs. Therefore, summer is the best time to choose a company, and it is also a good time to top off your oil tank. Not only will you be ready for the winter heating season, but you will also be able to take advantage of the company’s lower off-season costs.

The Better Home Heat Council can connect you with a reputable fuel oil delivery company. Not only do our suppliers deliver fuel, but they also provide services to ensure that your heating system is running correctly and efficiently. They offer the most competitive prices in the area, and they also back up their work with a guarantee. To schedule an appointment, all you need to do is make a call. Our suppliers offer their services in Allentown PA and the surrounding areas.

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If you are like most people during the summer, you are more focused on getting your air conditioning system ready by having the filters changed and having it tuned up. While these things are important, the summer is also a great time to care for your oil tank as well. Just because you won’t be using the heat, it doesn’t mean that you can ignore the oil tank.

Top Reasons To Top Off Your Oil Tank In the Summer

fuel oil tankIf you use oil to heat your home, you need to be concerned with the health of your oil tank. During the hot, summer months, condensation can build up along the inside walls of the tank. Moisture is carried more when the air is warm than when it is cold. When droplets drip down the sides of the walls, they end up at the bottom. This buildup of water can cause the bottom of the tank to rust. The rust can corrode the tank, shortening the length of its lifespan.

Rust isn’t the only issue. When the condensation builds up in the oil, it can create sludge. This sludge can get into the fuel lines when you are running the heat, causing them to become blocked. If this happens, it will cost you a good deal of money to hire an HVAC tech to remove the clog from the lines. In most cases, the heating system won’t work correctly and, in some cases, you could have a total malfunction on your hands. To prevent clogs and rust, you should top off your oil tank at the end of the heating season. If the tank is full of oil, there is no space for condensation to build up along the walls.

Always make sure that you search for “fuel oil delivery near me” and find the most reputable oil dealer in your area. You want someone who delivers high-quality fuel at affordable prices. This way, you are getting more for what you pay for.

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Save On The Cost Of Oil

fuel oil tank installationMost oil companies determine their heating oil prices based on the amount of demand that there is for oil at a given time. It is the old economic rule of supply and demand.

When filling your tank in the middle of January, when the weather is the coldest, you will pay a lot for your oil. Since there is very little demand for fuel oil at the end of the heating season, you can take advantage of the low oil costs. Not only will filling your tank up at the end of the season cost you less, but it will also give you peace of mind that you are ready for the winter. It is will also give you the peace of mind that you are adequately protecting your tank from condensation buildup.

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Consider Replacing Your Oil Tank

If your oil tank is around 20 years old, you should think about replacing it. Most oil tanks reach their maximum lifespan after 20 years. Another good reason to consider an oil tank replacement is there is less chance of the tank malfunctioning.

If you make a call to your local heating oil company, you can begin the process of replacing your old oil tank. If you do choose to replace your oil tank, you may be eligible to receive a discount. Starting in 2016, the National Oilheat Research Alliance began offering rebates for homeowners who install new oil tanks. These rebates can help reduce the cost of installation.

Allentown Heating Oil Delivery Companies

When searching for “home heating oil companies near me,” contact the Better Home Heat Council. Our suppliers offer the most competitive prices on oil and fast delivery times.

Many of the companies that we work with provide both heating and cooling services, to ensure that your equipment is ready at the beginning of the season.

Finally, we only work with suppliers that have an excellent reputation and are very knowledgeable. If you have any questions regarding your heating system or cooling system, fuel costs and delivery options, give us a call or contact us today.

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Some of the areas we service include Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Whitehall and these zip codes: 18101,  18015,  18042, 18052, as well as all surrounding areas in the Lehigh Valley.

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