As it can happen with products that have similar qualities, the terms “heating oil,” “petroleum,” and “gasoline” are interchanged and misused. For the uninformed, a simple mix-up when speaking can create confusion but a mix-up when researching or using the products can be quite costly. This article will help clarify any confusion by defining these terms and explaining their particular applications.

Oil heat is ubiquitous in the US Northeast, with 82% of households using oil as their primary energy source, which amounts to 5.5 million residents. In addition to the residential use, 35% of commercial fuel oil use is also in the Northeast. But outside of the Northeast, other forms of energy are dominant, including solar and electric. Why is there such a concentration of oil heat in the Northeast?

As the climate change crisis continues to impact how countries approach their energy needs, renewable resources are growing in importance. Bioheat®, a home heating oil blend, is one of these renewable fuel sources becoming increasingly popular and widespread in use. The unique qualities of Bioheat® make it a prime candidate for even more prolific use in the coming decades, as fossil fuels continue to decline in availability.

As a homeowner, you are responsible for your house and property, its maintenance, and any improvements. But what if you are closing on a home or just bought it? You may have a potential problem lurking underground, and you don’t even know it. An improperly abandoned oil tank is one such problem that can be very expensive to address and is usually only discovered when the tank has failed.

COD oil delivery and full-service oil delivery each offer homeowners a unique set of advantages. At initial face value, one service is not necessarily better than the other. The concept of “better” is purely subjective. The difference-maker is a homeowner’s particular circumstances and what works best for them. We’re here to help educate homeowners about the differences so that they can make a well-informed decision.