Looking to Save Money on Heating Oil?

Here’s How You Can!

Don’t panic! Yes, it’s cold during the winter here in Rhode Island, which means you’ll be using your heat more often and your thermostat will most likely be set to higher temperatures at times. However, that does not mean that you have to spend huge amounts of money on heating oil.

In fact, there are ways that you can save on heating oil costs even during the cold Rhode Island months. Let’s take a look at how.

• Make sure air is circulating – You want the air that is coming from your home heating system to be circulating throughout your house. A good way to make sure this is actually happening is to check that furniture, curtains and other household items are not blocking your radiators, baseboard heaters and vents. Obstructions like these will make your heating system work harder than normal, which is going to add up in costs as opposed to adding up in savings.
• Eliminate drafts – Did you know that you can lose up to 15% of your home’s heated air due to drafts? Nobody wants to waste that much warm air. So you should try to keep as much cold air out of your home as possible. To do this, we recommend adding some caulk and weather stripping to close off any gaps in your doors and the windows around your house.
• Use your thermostat to your advantage – Lowering your thermostat by about 7 or 10 degrees before you go to bed or when your home is going to be empty for a long period of time can save you about 10% on your heating costs. You can even pre-program a smart thermostat to change temperatures at your desired time.
• Upgrade when necessary – Just like most products, your heating system’s efficiency decreases over time. This means that if you’ve had your heating system for 15 plus years, you should seriously consider an upgrade. Newer oil furnaces and boilers are 90% more efficient than older models, which means they can heat your home more effectively and that will save you money.
• Schedule a tune-up – The best way to ensure that your heating system is operating at peak efficiency is to schedule regular service and maintenance. This kind of care will not only let you know that everything is working properly, but it will also save you from having to fix larger repairs down the road.

Vaughn Oil services and sells multiple different kinds of heating systems. We guarantee heating system installations for one year. If you’re not happy, we will remove your system and refund every penny you paid. We also offer heating oil service plans that include the costs of annual tune-ups.

We are your one stop shop for reliable heating oil deliveries and service in the Rhode Island area. Contact us today so we can tell you more!