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Fuel Security
There is always a small risk of fuel products being stolen but with the recent hike in the price of heating oil and other fuels, there is a significant increase in the risk of theft. Whilst the theft of oil from tanks doesn’t occur regularly, it does happen. As tanks have the potential to store hundreds, sometimes thousands of pounds worth of fuel, keeping your tank safe and reducing the risk of theft of your oil is an important exercise.
Domestic Advice
Heating Oil Systems
A Guide To Red Diesel Prices
Red diesel prices can be subject to significant change, so it’s important to stay on top of what the prices are when you are buying. However, as red diesel is taxed differently from DERV, it can be more difficult to track its price.
Fuel for Commercial Use
What Is The Cost of Double Glazed Windows?
Installing double-glazing in your home can be a great way, cost-effective way of improving the energy efficiency of your property. Read our blog to see how.
Domestic Advice
Top Tips & Advice
Red Diesel Tax changes are rapidly approaching
The Red Diesel Tax changes come into effect on April 01 2022- is your business ready for the change? In June 2019, the UK passed new laws to end its contribution to global warming by 2050, thus committing to reducing our emissions to net-zero
Helping You
Top Tips & Advice
Fuel for Commercial Use
The History of Oil Timeline
The history of oil is extensive and incredibly interesting, with roots reaching as far back as the 6th Century BC. Back then, oil was used in weaponry to aid the battles of the army of Kir II, the first Shah of Achaemenid Empire (in what is present-day Iran). In contrast, now, oil has many uses across the globe and is a fundamental part of our day-to-day lives. While domestic heating oil users may simply see oil as the energy source they need to fire up their boilers or AGAs with, oil has had several varied uses throughout the centuries. As we explore the history of oil and the timeline of oil discovery, we note a few of our favourite oil history facts.
Heating Oil Systems
Top 12 Interesting Oil Facts
There is a lot more to learn about oil beyond the simple fact that it's used to create the domestic heating oil many of us all over the UK use every day. Fancy learning about oil, and what makes it so fascinating? Well, look no further! Whoever thought the words' oil' and 'interesting' couldn't sit happily in the same sentence, should take a glance at these fascinating facts all about oil.
Fuel for Commercial Use
Top Tips & Advice
Is Premium Fuel Worth It?
If you are a casual motorist, you may have noticed the premium and high-octane fuels for sale at the petrol pumps and wondered if premium fuel is worth it. With promises of better efficiencies, cleaner engines and smoother driving, it’s no wonder these products demand a premium price. But what you might not know is there are premium versions of other fuel products too. Gas oil, for example, more commonly known as red diesel, agricultural diesel or tractor diesel is available as a premium product called Gas Oil Plus, and Kerosene Plus (K+) is a premium heating oil for your home. So, what is the difference between the premium products and their standard cousins, and, more crucially, are they worth the money?
Domestic Advice
Heating Oil Systems
How to Stay Warm in Cold Weather
It's important to remember that knowing how to stay warm in cold weather means more than just bringing out the winter wardrobe. Keeping warm in winter can sometimes feel difficult, but ensuring you stay at a comfortable temperature throughout the colder months should always be a priority. Here, we take you through our top tips on how to stay warm in cold weather and the best ways to make sure your boiler and heating oil tank is ready for the winter temperatures.
Domestic Advice
Top Tips & Advice
Heating Oil Systems
5 Oil Tank Maintenance Tips
Oil tank maintenance and oil tank care are of the utmost importance, especially during the colder months. See our oil tank care checklist here.
Heating Oil Systems
Domestic Advice
Top Tips & Advice
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