In an oil-heated household, you can count on robust and reliable heat from a tried-and-true energy source. But you need ample fuel in your heating oil tank to enjoy this warmth.
If you rely on heating oil to keep your home warm and cozy during the winter months, ensuring you don’t run out is essential. A heating oil run-out is not only inconvenient but can also cause avoidable complications for your heating system. Homeowners in Maplewood and throughout Northern New Jersey should take proactive steps to avoid this situation.
In this post, we’ll discuss how JW Pierson can help you prevent fuel run-outs.
The first step to avoiding a heating oil run-out is understanding how to monitor your heating oil tank gauge. Located on top of your tank, the gauge typically is a small, clear glass or plastic vial. Within this gauge is a floating disk indicator that shows how much oil is left in your tank. Think of it like a gas gauge in your car.
It’s essential to check this gauge frequently, especially during the colder months when oil consumption tends to be higher. A good rule of thumb? Contact JW Pierson for a delivery before your gauge shows it’s down to 1/4 full. Waiting any longer significantly increases the risk of running out, especially during peak delivery times.
We get a lot of panicked calls at the start of the heating season from homeowners who finished the prior winter with a nearly empty tank and neglected to get a refill before temperatures dropped again.
This is one reason we recommend customers arrange a heating oil delivery in the spring. Heating oil’s long shelf life — 18 to 24 months — ensures that the fuel will still be good after the warm months have passed.
Plus, there are some additional benefits. Having a full heating oil tank reduces condensation, which can lead to internal corrosion. Also, heating fuel prices are often lower in the spring when demand is lower!
To make heating oil management stress-free, enroll in JW Pierson’s automatic delivery service. With this option, we take care of all the planning, so you’ll never have to worry about monitoring your tank or scheduling a delivery.
Using a computerized system, we calculate when your heating oil tank will need a refill based on your customer history and current weather patterns. Then, we schedule your deliveries ahead of time, guaranteeing your place on our route.
You’ll get your heating oil delivered automatically — before you ever get close to running out. With automatic delivery, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing experts are handling your heating oil needs. Plus, there’s no fee to enroll!
Managing your heating oil tank doesn’t have to be stressful. By regularly checking your tank gauge and taking advantage of our automatic heating oil delivery service, you can prevent run-outs and keep your home warm all winter long.
Need to schedule a delivery or sign up for automatic service? Contact JW Pierson today, and we’ll make sure your home stays comfortable no matter how cold it gets outside.