Category Archives for "Heating Oil"

How Global Events Can Impact Your Energy Costs 

0 How Global Events Can Impact Your Energy Costs If you’ve noticed changes in heating fuel prices lately, you’re not alone. Many homeowners in Havertown, Ardmore, Villanova, and across Delaware County and Montgomery County are seeing fluctuations in the cost of oil, propane, natural gas, and even electricity.At John Cipollone Inc., we believe it’s important to help you understand why these changes...

How To Choose A Heating Oil Provider

0 How To Choose A Heating Oil ProviderHeating oil is one of the most reliable and long-standing ways of heating homes in Pennsylvania. In our area, Havertown, Upper Darby, Delaware County, and the surrounding neighborhoods, oil heating is prevalent. Many of these homes are older and were built with oil-burning furnaces that keep the house comfortable during the frigid winter months....

What To Do If You Suspect Your Oil Tank Is Leaking

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Converting A Broomall Home From Oil To Gas Heating

0 Case Study: Converting A Broomall Home From Oil To Gas HeatingFor almost three decades, this Broomall homeowner has trusted us here at John Cipollone Inc. to keep her home comfortable and efficient. She first became a customer back in 1996, when she inherited her family home from her mother. When she first moved in, she had to replace the heating...

What To Know When Buying Heating Oil For Your Furnace

0 What To Know When Buying Heating Oil For Your Furnace  Heating oil is still one of the most popular ways to fuel a furnace. The homes in our area of Pennsylvania vary in age, and from home to home you could see oil heating, then gas, then electric, and so on. We know that buying heating oil may not be...

When Should You Order Heating Oil For Your Home?

0 When Should You Order Heating Oil? Heating oil has been used for hundreds of years. It’s a reliable, and safe way to heat your home. In Havertown and the surrounding parts of PA, John Cipollone Inc. has been delivering heating oil since 1953. We have installed, repaired, and maintained oil furnaces, and know everything you need to know about oil...

The Best Time Of Year For Furnace Maintenance

When Is The Best Time Of Year For Furnace Maintenance? We believe that the fall, specifically between September and November, is the best time of year for furnace maintenance. If you have to wait until the winter to have furnace maintenance performed, that’s fine too, but we have a few reasons that you should do it before the winter.  I’ve...

Oil To Gas Conversion And New AC In Bala Cynwyd, PA

Oil To Gas Conversion And New AC In Bala Cynwyd, PAWe live in an area where there are lots of older homes. In some places around the Bala Cynwyd area, homes can even be over 100 years old. That was the case with this older home that we visited, which was right around 100 years old. The homeowner, Juan, had...

Troubleshooting Tips For An Oil Furnace In Havertown, PA

Oil Furnace Troubleshooting TipsDo you have an oil furnace? Is it leaving you out in the cold this Winter?  Here are some easy troubleshooting tips to help you figure out what’s wrong and whether you need to call someone, like the experts here and John Cipollone Inc.!Make sure your thermostat is on Heating and set above room temperature. So if...

What Does a New Oil Tank Cost In Havertown, PA?

What Does a New Oil Tank Cost In Havertown, PA? One of the most frequently asked questions that we hear a lot during the heating season, is "How much does a new oil tank cost?" If you use oil to heat your home or business, there comes a time when you have to replace the tank. It may be old and...

How to Read an Oil Tank Gauge: Homeowner’s Guide

How to Read an Oil Tank Gauge: Homeowner’s Guide For homes that utilize oil heating systems, understanding how to read an oil tank gauge becomes crucial. In this guide, we delve into the essentials of reading an oil tank gauge, ensuring you never get caught in the cold. I have been working with oil heating furnaces for 20+ years now,...

Replacing An Oil Furnace: Ultimate Homeowner’s Guide

Replacing An Oil Furnace: Ultimate Homeowner’s Guide When considering replacing a furnace replacement, oil vs. gas is a consideration. Maybe you want to go with a heat pump or an electric furnace. In this article, I will provide you with the ultimate homeowner’s guide or what you need to know about replacing an oil furnace. I will cover the things...

Cleaning An Oil Furnace Heat Exchanger: Maintenance Guide

Cleaning An Oil Furnace Heat Exchanger: Maintenance Guide Cleaning out an oil furnace is essential to getting the most out of your heating system. John Cipollone Inc. has been in the heating and air conditioning business since 1953 and started primarily dealing with oil heating. I personally have been working with oil furnaces for about 15+ years, and have plenty...

How Does Oil Heat Work? [Home Heating Oil 101 And FAQs]

How Does Oil Heat Work? [Home Heating Oil 101 And FAQs] In 2023, there is a lot of discussion about what the best fuel source is for heating your home. With oil heat being one of the most common ways to heat a home, we wanted to tell you a little more about how oil heating works. John Cipollone Inc....

My Oil Burner Won’t Run: What To Check & What To Do

My Oil Burner Won’t Run: What To Check & What To Do Your heating system failing in the cold of the winter is an alarming situation. Every system is different, and it’s not always easy to figure out why your system stopped working. In the united states, electricity, natural gas, and crude oil are the most common ways for you...

Fuel Oil Cost Savings Tips (2023)

Fuel Oil Cost Savings Tips Knowing how to maximize savings on your energy bills is the beginning of a beautiful relationship with your oil furnace or boiler. These 8 tips will leave you feeling cozy and warm this winter and give you a glow of satisfaction that you were able to save money on your heating bills this winter! Schedule...

Heating Oil FAQs

Do You Need A Carbon Monoxide Detector With Oil Heat?

Do You Need A Carbon Monoxide Detector With Oil Heat? [Plus More FAQs] The short answer is this - any appliance or heat source that uses combustible sources of fuel requires a carbon monoxide detector.  All furnaces or heating systems that burn fossil fuel produce carbon monoxide (CO), a silent but deadly gas. Whether you are utilizing natural gas or...

Why Am I Using So Much Heating Oil And How Can I Save Oil?

Understanding what the simple adjustments are that we can make to maximize our oil furnace efficiency is the first step to saving real dollars. And understanding how much oil an optimally operating furnace should use can help us understand when it may be time to call in a HVAC expert. 5 Reasons You're Using Too Much Heating Oil If you...

How Much Does A New Furnace Cost For Main Line, PA Homes?

How Much Does A New Furnace Cost?  Here in the Ardmore PA and Main Line area, homes have a variety of heating and cooling systems. Some homes run on natural gas while others run on oil heat. Some people use electric systems as well.  All of them have pros and cons, but if you have an aging HVAC system in...

The Pros And Cons Of Oil Heating

The Pros And Cons Of Oil Heating Here in the Haverford area and throughout PA, about 15% of homes rely on oil heat exclusively. If you are looking for a new home, one of the things to consider is how a home is heated and cooled, since this will significantly impact your monthly budget. You should know about the pros and...

How Long Do Oil Tanks Last

How Long Do Heating Tanks Last?If you have a home with oil heat, have you ever wondered how long your oil tanks last and how you know when they need replacing?  This is a common question we get from our customers here at John Cipollone, Inc.  Especially if you are moving to a home in the Villanova area with oil...

Why Am I Using So Much Heating Oil?

How Long Does Heating Oil Last?

How Long Does Heating Oil Last (And When Is It Time To Order More)? Heating oil lasts 18 to 24 months with additives mixed in before delivery. After that, it becomes unstable. Mixing additives after delivery won't extend the oil's life. But, it's rare for oil to sit that long in a tank without being used. When people ask this...

Cap Budget: The Best Way To Save Money On Home Heating Oil

Cap Budget: The Best Way To Save Money On Home Heating Oil In 2023 If you’re worried about what next winter’s home heating oil bill will look like, then now’s the time to take control and lock into the best possible pricing before the cold weather arrives. Cap budget pricing for your heating oil locks you into the year’s best...

What To Do If You Run Out Of Heating Oil

What You Should Do If You Run Out Of Heating Oil (And How To Avoid It) Running out of heating oil can be stressful and even a little scary, especially in the middle of the winter. Once that happens, you can no longer heat your home. Depending on your other appliances, you also may not have hot water or be...