The government’s Winter Fuel Payment scheme offers some welcome support for the elderly and infirm during the cold winter months. But how much of the fuel and heating needed will the payments cover? We’ve put our heads together, crunched some numbers and done some sums on our abacus to come up with some figures…

We gaze into our crystal ball and take a look at the factors likely to affect the global price of oil within the next 12 months.

Proper oil tank maintenance will save you money, a load of hassle and will protect the local environment from damage by reducing the chances of a leak or spill. By being proactive, you can keep your tank in good condition throughout the year. Read on for our advice…

Thefts of heating oil are increasing in frequency as theives increasingly target people in rural areas. Here we investigate three reasons why this trend is happening and provide some advice on how to prevent yourself from falling victim to it.

Buying an external fuel tank to supply heating oil to the home is a major investment, of course, and it also represents a responsibility to the environment. The cost of keeping a home warm in the winter months can be substantial, but purchasing oil in this way allows for the property owner to make some significant savings in this area. There are several types of tank available on the current marke… Read more

Knowing what to do in the event of a heating oil leak or spillage could prevent serious damage to the environment where you live. Responding quickly and calmly isn’t always easy, however, so please check out our tips on what to do.

Many people are unsure about the benefits which heating oil additives such as Eco-Heat can provide. We want to clear up a few misconceptions about what they do and discuss the potential benefits of their regular use. It is important to understand that additive use does not alter the chemical properties of the oil to generate more energy when it is burnt. Refined heating oil such as Kerosene is alr… Read more

Many people are waking up to the fact that buying and using an external oil storage tank allows home-owners to heat their properties for less, and in today’s cost-conscious times it makes sense to pursue every reasonable route to lower spending. However, it isn’t as straightforward as simply purchasing the tank and placing it somewhere adjacent to the home. Before siting, there are a number of… Read more

The wholesale price for domestic heating oil changes every single day. In fact the price of all oil products show change throughout the stock market trading day at regular intervals. World oil prices are always affected by a number of key factors such as currency exchange rates, economic and political events and of course regional supply and demand for oil products. There is little doubt market tr… Read more

Buying heating oil in bulk and having it delivered directly to your tank at home is an increasingly popular option for consumers who are looking to keep their spending down, especially during periods of economic difficulty. And although this is definitely the way forward for many people, it seems there are members of the criminal fraternity who are determined to spoil things. If you store large am… Read more