A heating oil tank is an essential component in many homes that use oil-based heating systems. Proper maintenance of the tank and its components is crucial for the safe and efficient operation of the heating system. One important aspect of tank maintenance is cleaning the vent whistle. In this blog post, we will discuss what a vent whistle is, why it needs cleaning, and how to clean it properly.
Read MoreBy the time February rolls around, we are finished with the holidays, and most of us begin to pine for springtime. Temperatures across the tri-state region have had their ups and downs, but as home heating oil customers in New York can attest, winter is still in full swing. Part of enduring the long winters […]
Read MoreThe amount of heating oil your home will use in any given winter depends on several factors. Knowing how much heating oil your home uses in the winter helps you ensure you always have enough fuel in your heating oil tank to keep your home warm in chilly weather.
Read MoreRoutine radiator maintenance can help your heating oil furnace run better. Follow these “how to” tips from Star Home Heating Oil and save on your heating oil delivery bills!
Read MoreThere are many things to consider when choosing a home heating oil provider. If you live in the Northeast, you will have no shortage of options to choose from. In Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island, New York alone, there are dozens of heating oil delivery companies to choose from. But deciding between full-service […]
Read MoreAhh…sunshine! Remember that? During the not-so-lazy days of summer, we are usually too busy squaring away our vacation time to give our heating oil system a single thought. Between barbecuing, swimming, taking road trips, and even summer camp for the kids, heating oil is about the furthest thing from our minds. Setting up heating oil […]
Read MoreHere Are Some Things to Know Home heating oil was first introduced to the public during the 1930s due to its ease of use, low cost, and heat efficiency. Prior to the transition to home heating oil, homes were mostly heated with coal and wood. Unfortunately, the widespread use of coal during World War I […]
Read MoreIn the Northeast, heating oil is one of the most common residential energy sources. If your home is heated with heating oil, you might be wondering how long your tank of fuel will last you. The answer to that depends on several factors: How big is your house? Do you use heating oil solely for […]
Read MoreIf you are running low or empty on heating oil, diesel fuel can work as a heating oil alternative. In this post, we will walk you through when it is appropriate to substitute diesel fuel for heating oil and how to do so safely.
Read MoreIf you don’t want to rely on your tank gauge, you can also opt to take a manual reading of what is left inside the tank. Taking a manual reading involves using a measuring stick and inserting it inside the tank. Here’s what you need to know.
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