Home heating oil is a great way to maintain a cozy and comfortable home over winter. Technological advances make it even more worthwhile, as they make these systems run more efficiently and with better performance. If you’re on the fence about a heating oil system, there are many reasons that make it worthwhile, including these top three reasons below.

Safe Operation

There is a common misconception that home heating oil can easily ignite, but this isn’t true. In fact, you’d be safe even if you dropped a match in it, as the flame would simply go out. But since your tank is enclosed (and you probably don’t spend much time near it), there is very little chance of that happening in the first place.

Non-Toxic & “Green”

Home heating oil is clean burning and non-toxic. Even if you end up inhaling some of the fumes, you’ll be alright. You shouldn’t go tempting fate, but heating oil burns so cleanly that it barely results in much soot. Heating oil emissions are so negligible that the federal government doesn’t regulate them.

Efficient

No one wants to pay more than they should for heating, though that’s what people often do come winter. This will be less likely to happen if you use heating oil, especially if you use a new, ENERGY STAR®-rated system. Many oil-fired systems have efficiencies exceeding 90%, meaning you’ll get more heat out of every dollar spent on heating costs.

If you live near Rochester, NY, and rely on home heating oil in the winter, schedule your next fuel delivery with Monroe Oil Company. They’ve been serving the area for over 75 years, providing affordable prices and excellent customer service. For questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch at (585) 244-4080. Information about their service options is available on their website.