Be Prepared and Order your Winter Heating Oil Early
We recommend considering your winter heating oil needs in the autumn. Planning ahead will help reduce the risk of running low, especially if bad weather arrives suddenly.
It is best to fill your tank early. This ensures you’re ready for colder weather if it comes sooner than expected and helps you avoid the busy delivery period before Christmas and New Year.
Don’t Forget To Check Your Heating Oil Level
Regularly monitoring your oil levels can help avoid running out, which is particularly important during winter when delivery schedules are at their peak.
Delivery times to remote rural locations can be really impacted by poor road conditions.
Ordering before your levels drop too low ensures sufficient time to deliver as we expect longer delivery times, as standard during the winter season.
The Importance of Boiler Maintenance in Winter
Why you should service your boiler
We recommend that boilers are serviced at least every 12 months, to ensure they are working safely and efficiently. An inefficient boiler will use more fuel than an efficient one.
If you have not had your boiler serviced over the summer months, we recommend you do so before the winter begins, to ensure it is prepared for the extra strain it will experience with the colder weather.
An annual boiler service can help to reduce the chances of unexpected breakdowns or maintenance issues over winter.
About our servicing
During a service our OFTEC registered engineers will check your tank for any signs of damage such as: Rusting, bulging, leaks or general damage.
They will also check the base and pipes for cracks or damage.
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Gleaner Winter Heating Oil Check List & Top Tips
We highly recommend that Gleaner customers ensure;
- To order heating oil early for the winter period. Delivery times increase at this time of year.
- To check their oil level regularly. Be aware of what is in your tank to avoid running out of oil.
- To check their tank, pipes & equipment for leaks and damage regularly. This ensures that your delivery can be made and avoids any disruption to your supply.
- To have a yearly service to reduce the chance of an emergency breakdown. A well maintained boiler uses less oil than an inefficient boiler.
- To keep in mind that when adverse weather hits, access to remote properties can be impacted by snow, ice and water.
- To be mindful that oil usage increases in the winter, especially over the festive period.
Have you considered the Gleaner Budget Payment Option? With increased usage, comes increased costs. You can prepare for winter and prevent any unexpected bills by paying a monthly direct debit before the adverse weather arrives.
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