The price of heating oil in Branford and elsewhere is expected to be noticeably higher this winter than it was last year. Heating oil prices are connected with the cost of crude oil, which has become more expensive over recent months. Homeowners will want to do everything they can to keep their heating costs as low as possible while still being comfortable.
Although the use of a thermostat may seem simple, people often do things with this device that make their heat bills higher even when they intended the opposite.
Lower the Setting Before Leaving
For instance, many men and women think that leaving the thermostat at the same temperature all the time, even when they are gone all day, uses less heating oil in Branford. That’s not the case, even with a high-efficiency furnace. Lowering the temperature by several degrees just before leaving saves money on fuel. It does not cost more to raise the temperature upon arriving home compared with leaving it set at the same temperature all day.
Keep the Temperature Steady When Home
People who frequently fiddle with the thermostat cause the furnace to lose efficiency. For example, if they set the device at 68, the furnace shuts off when it warms the home to that temperature. The person who feels chilly may turn it up to 69, forcing the furnace to start up again immediately. Frequent startups use more fuel.
The contract for Regular Oil Delivery
Another way to keep the cost of heating oil as low as possible is to contract with a company such as East River Energy for regular delivery. Paying for the entire season’s expected oil usage in fall translates to a lower price per gallon. Not everyone can afford this, so many oil delivery organizations offer lower prices for a contract allowing the company to bring oil when it’s convenient for their drivers. This automatic schedule means customers don’t have to watch the tank gauge and call for delivery when the level gets low. Calling for one-time service as needed usually has the highest price per gallon. Information on this particular delivery service can be seen at EastRiverEnergy.com.
