How to Protect Your Heating Oil Tank From Theft This Winter
With the clocks going back and tanks freshly filled for winter, now is the time to check your heating oil tank security. Here are our practical tips to keep your oil safe.
How to Prepare Your Oil-Heated Home for Autumn
As the nights draw in and the first cold snaps arrive, it’s time to get your oil-heated home ready for the months ahead. A bit of preparation now can save you from a mid-winter breakdown, an unexpected “no oil” emergency, or a hefty repair bill in January. Here’s your complete, up-to-date guide to autumn heating […]
How Much Heating Oil Do You Actually Need to Get Through Winter?
We know, we know. It’s still August. The sun is (hopefully) out, the evenings are still light, and winter is probably the last thing on your mind. But if there’s one thing years in the fuel business has taught us, it’s that autumn has a habit of sneaking up fast, and before you know it […]
How to Store Fuel Safely When Temperatures Spike
The UK has been hit with multiple heatwaves so far this summer! Heating oil is probably not even on your mind right now, however it is worth noting that these high temperatures can affect your domestic heating oil if not stored correctly. High heat changes the way fuel behaves, and knowing how to store it […]
How to Deal with Water in Your Fuel Tank
Living in North Wales and the Shropshire region, you are no stranger to rain, even in the summer months! It is part of life here, and for the most part we are well used to it. But for homes, farms and businesses that rely on oil storage tanks, the persistent wet weather in this part […]
Farm Fuel: A Practical Guide to Tanks, Bunding and Compliance
Agricultural fuel is one of the biggest ongoing costs on any working farm, and getting your storage set up properly from the start can save you a great deal of trouble, expense and potential liability further down the line. Whether you are storing gas oil for your tractors and machinery, kerosene for heating, or diesel […]
How to Store Agricultural Fuel Safely on Your Farm
Fuel is one of the most significant ongoing costs on any farm, and for most agricultural operations it is also one of the most essential. Without a reliable supply of gas oil, diesel or kerosene, machinery stops, harvests stall and the whole rhythm of the farm falls apart. Which is why on-farm fuel storage makes […]
What the Current Middle East Situation Means for Heating Oil
Over the past few weeks, many people have noticed fuel prices changing more frequently than usual. This is largely due to ongoing tensions and instability in the Middle East, a region that plays a major role in global oil production and supply. When events affect oil producing regions, the global energy market often reacts very […]
How to Prevent Boiler Breakdowns
There is never a good time for a boiler breakdown, but they always seem to happen at the worst possible moment, usually during a wet and cold winter when you need your heating the most. For homes that rely on domestic heating oil, a breakdown isn’t just a matter of losing heat; it can lead […]
How to Reduce Heating Oil Usage During Winter
January in North Wales has arrived with freezing temperatures and even a few days of snow, and like many households, you have probably had your heating on more than usual to keep your home warm and comfortable. At this time of year, heating oil levels can drop faster than expected, especially when cold snaps linger. […]