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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How often should my furnace be serviced?
You should have your furnace serviced once a year in order to keep it's efficiency as high as possible by replacing normal wearing parts such as nozzle and oil line filters. Also, for safety, motors need lubrication and controls should be maintained within the manufacturer's specifications. Yearly service will also help you avoid having to make emergency service calls.

How do heating oil prices compare to the prices of other forms of fuel?
Heating oil prices fluctuate during the year because of "supply and demand". Local heating oil prices stay competitive with other petroleum based forms of heat like propane and natural gas.

How will you know when I need to fill my heating oil tank?
We are able to make a fairly accurate estimate based on your prior usage, outside air temperature and computer modeling programs.

Is oil heat safe?
Heating oil is not like other forms of fuel. It does not burn in liquid form. Heating oil is formulated to be stable. To burn the oil in your home, the oil is vaporized through the nozzle and heated in a sealed combustion chamber. It is only after this that the created flame will heat your home.

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Where should bottled propane tanks be placed
around my home?

5 foot minimum between relief valve discharge and external source of ignition (air conditioner), direct vent, or mechanical ventilation system (attic fan).

If the DOT cylinder is filled on-site from a bulk truck, the filling connection and vent valve must be at least 10 feet from any external source of ignition, direct vent, or mechanical ventilation system.

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What are the most common types of residential propane bottles?

cylinder-100 cylinder-200 cylinder-400

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What about larger propane tanks?

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What about underground tanks?

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