It’s been one fashion nightmare after another this heating season. Cold then hot. Hot then cold. Sweaters followed by shorts, back to sweaters, back to shorts, back to sweaters. Shorts and hats (that’s a realllly good look btw).
There are many reasons why choosing oil to heat your home is a better decision than converting to another fuel source….no different then wearing stripes over plaids, or plaids on plaids. All preference at the end of the day….but our oil experts did some research for us when they weren’t walking the runway.
While you’re seeing the rise of oil prices as the mercury dips, don’t jump the gun when you get your monthly bill. Oil is the way to go! Don’t doubt yourself. You’re gonna be ok. We promise. WE PROMISE!
We realize that when making a choice you have options, like heating with oil vs. natural gas. Before throwing in the towel on your oil burner and converting (which isn’t the best case scenario - and we aren’t just saying that…..).
Cha’ching. What costs more? Statistics show that, depending on where you live (people living in Hawaii or those nice warm states, we really don’t like you anymore as we shovel with frostbite fingers), heating oil was less expensive than natural gas throughout most of the last 22 years.
Did you know? Gas is seeing continued growth in global consumption, which could lead to an even more competitive global supply and demand market! You know what that means...rising prices. Since most of the world's gas reserves are outside the US, relying on imports is a real possibility in the future. And, converting a heating oil system to natural gas is expensive, with tank removal, chimney, plumbing and duct work potentially costing over $9,000!
Lots to go around. Globally, oil and petroleum reserves remain higher than ever. Even if there is a shortage elsewhere,the US is not dependent on imports - And, renewable biofuel options are adding to an already substantial and sustainable supply. With natural gas consumption on the rise, there are concerns that domestic production will not be able to keep pace with demand.
“Dirty” little secret. Developing technologies are also embracing lower sulfur oil blends that, when mixed with biofuels, create an even cleaner heating oil option. And, if an oil system is properly maintained, it burns even cleaner. Any soot that it creates remains only inside the tank.
GO Long. The average life expectancy of an oil heat appliance is 30 or more years if they are properly maintained. The average life expectancy of a natural gas furnace is only 11-14 years.
We Heart Technology. Your iPad isn’t going to save the planet….but, the latest (energy efficient) technologies are helping improve oil systems, and the fuel itself, to constantly evolve for even cleaner, more efficient and environmentally-friendly options. These improvements have helped the average oil heated home cut consumption by 33.6% over the past 30 years.
Stay in control. Normally, gas comes from one big utility which gives you limited choices when picking your provider. Oil providers provide you with much more options, management and control of your fuel supply. You choose which company you want to be your provider, how much and when you want to buy it or have it delivered….but either way, your first option is to order with Slick!
Houston, we have a problem. Unlike gas, where a pipeline incident or leak could disrupt service or endanger your home, an oil tank stores your own independent supply safely. A supply that you can monitor and control with far less opportunity for service disruption….just take care of your stuff!
Now that you have the facts, you can see that heating oil remains one of the best options to fuel your home…..
Stripes over plaids,
The Slick Team