The days here on Long Island are getting shorter as the temperature steadily decreases. This means we’ll be wearing more layers and paying for home heating oil before we know it. Proper use of home heating is important throughout the colder months, not only for your family’s comfort, but for the integrity of your house and to prevent damage related to freezing temperatures. That doesn’t mean you can’t find ways to save money.
The good news? You can stay warm and save money on heating oil this winter. Here are some expert tips to help you do just that.
Why Am I Going Through Heating Oil So Fast?
If you feel like you’re burning through oil too quickly, there could be a few reasons:
- Thermostat Settings: Keeping your thermostat too high can quickly drive up consumption. Try lowering the temperature to around 68°F during the day and a bit lower at night to reduce oil use without sacrificing comfort.
- Furnace Efficiency: An aging or poorly maintained furnace could be the culprit. Most furnaces last 15–20 years, and as they approach the end of their lifespan, they often become less efficient, burning more oil to produce the same amount of heat. Routine HVAC maintenance or replacing an outdated unit can help you save in both the short and long term.
If you’re unsure about your system’s condition, it’s a good idea to consult an HVAC professional for an inspection.
Does Turning Your Heat on and Off Cost More?
When you turn off your heating entirely and then turn it back on, it still expends energy to reboot your heating, as well as causing your HVAC system to work hard to reheat your home. As a result, you could end up spending more money than you would have if you kept the heat on. You also want to avoid completely turning off your heat when you’re away, especially if it’s a time of year when temperatures could fall below freezing. That week-long getaway that you thought you could save money on home heating could turn into an expensive ordeal if you come home to burst pipes.
Do You Only Save Oil by Turning Down the Heat at Night?
Turning down the heat at night is not the only way to save; however, that one act could help you save on your energy bills. Turning down the heat at night up to 10 degrees can save you as much as 10% on your energy bills. Year after year, that’ll add up.
Express COD Offers Today’s Lowest Prices on Heating Oil
If you don’t already get your home heating oil delivery through Express COD, then you have another great way to save on your home heating. We empower our customers to place and manage their oil deliveries, which cuts our operating costs, allowing us to pass those savings on directly to you. We can even accommodate same-day deliveries on orders placed before 10 am, so if you wake up to a heating oil emergency, you can have the peace of mind of knowing that it will be taken care of that day. Contact us today and start saving on your heating oil this winter.