How To Prevent Pipes from Freezing
Avoid Extreme Water Damage in Your HomeWe all know it gets downright cold in Maine, and one of the biggest worries for Pine Tree State residents at this time of year is losing the heat …
The Importance Of Professional Heating Repair
In our digital age, the first response to solving a mechanical problem is to research online. That’s why do-it-yourself (DIY) projects are such a huge trend these days. It seems like people of all skill …
What Is the Price of Heating Oil in Maine?
Rising Energy Prices Make It Hard for EveryoneAs you no doubt know, the price you pay for your heating oil in Maine can change quite a bit from year to year. Why does that happen? It’s …
The Whistling Sound During an Oil Delivery
Why Safety Codes Require ItIf your oil tank is located in your basement and you’re home when a driver makes his delivery, you’ll probably hear a whistling noise as your tank starts to fill up. …
Can Heating Oil Spoil?
Many items we buy have an expiration date: milk, eggs, vegetables, bread, cosmetics, medication and so on. But does home heating oil also have a “best-used-by” date? If you’re fairly new to oilheat and you ended …
Bioheat® Fuel: Making an Impact Now on Emissions in Maine & Elsewhere
Bioheat® fuel is an affordable home energy source that’s making an impact right now on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for our climate. It’s efficiency and cleanliness are leading us on a bright path to …
Should I Buy An Oil-Heated Home In Maine?
Many people may shy away from purchasing a home that uses heating oil, but that’s usually because they are unfamiliar with all the great benefits of this fuel, which continues to get better and better …
Have You Heard About The Heating Oil Equipment Rebate Program In Maine?
If they act fast, homeowners in the Pine Tree State can receive rebates of up to $500 when they install a new high-efficiency heating oil system and a new aboveground heating oil tank. Your heating …
Reading the Gauge on Your Heating Oil Tank
A Refresher Course and Tips to Help Prevent Run-OutsIf you’ve lived in an oil-heated home for a while now, it’s a safe bet that you’re familiar with reading your oil tank gauge and knowing when …
Bioheat® Holds the Key to Oilheat’s Future
The combination of continually improving ultra-low sulfur Bioheat® with increasingly efficient heating oil systems is the 1-2 punch that will help homeowners with oilheat save significant money on their heating bills. At the same time, …