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Heating Oil
Pre-Buy Contracts For Heating Oil
What Are Pre-Buy Contracts for Heating Oil?Pre-buy contracts for heating oil allow customers to purchase their fuel in advance at a fixed price, typically before the heating season begins. This strategy can offer several benefits, including cost savings, budget...
5 Benefits of Auto-Delivery for Heating Oil
5 Benefits of Auto-Delivery for Heating OilAs the temperatures drop, ensuring your home stays warm is a top priority. If you rely on heating oil, one of the best decisions you can make is opting into an auto-delivery schedule. Rather than monitoring your tank levels...
Heating Oil vs. Kerosene: Understanding Differences in Cost, Efficiency & More
Heating Oil vs. Kerosene: Understanding Differences in Cost, Efficiency & MoreHeating oil and kerosene are among the most common fuels for home heating, but each offers its own set of unique advantages. Therefore, understanding factors such as cost, efficiency,...
How Does My Oil Company Know When I Need More Oil? K-Factor and Degree Days Explained
How Does My Oil Company Know When I Need More Oil? K-Factor and Degree Days Explained How Does My Oil Company Know When I Need More Oil? K-Factor and Degree Days Explained One of the most common questions oil delivery customers ask is: *How does my oil...
How Does Oil Heat Work in a House?
How Does Oil Heat Work in a House?Heating oil is among the most popular methods for heating a home, along with natural gas and electricity. In fact, the Northeast region of the country relies on oil heat more than all other areas of the U.S. combined. The U.S. Energy...
Repair & Maintenance
How to Clean an Oil Furnace: 10 Tips for Optimal Performance
How to Clean an Oil Furnace: 10 Tips for Optimal PerformanceHomeowners in New England rely on oil furnaces to keep them warm during the frigid winter season. Since it has more moving parts than an electric or gas furnace — especially the oil filter — keeping an oil...
How to Maintain Your Water Heater: 5 Maintenance Tips to Maximize Lifespan
How to Maintain Your Water Heater: 5 Maintenance Tips to Maximize LifespanYou count on your water heater every day to lead a comfortable, convenient, and clean lifestyle. And in a sense, your water heater counts on you. Like any other piece of equipment around your...
Why Does My Furnace Keep Running After Hitting the Target Temperature?
Why Does My Furnace Keep Running After Hitting the Target Temperature? Imagine this: your thermostat says it’s a cozy 70°F, but your furnace keeps running like it’s trying to heat the whole neighborhood. Sound familiar? A furnace that won’t stop can be more than an...
Troubleshooting a Furnace That Will Not Turn On With Thermostat
Troubleshooting a Furnace That Will Not Turn On With ThermostatA malfunctioning furnace can be a source of discomfort, especially during colder months. If your furnace refuses to turn on despite adjusting the thermostat, it's essential to troubleshoot the issue...
How Long Do Oil Tanks Last in a Basement?
How Long Do Oil Tanks Last in a Basement? Understanding the Lifespan of Oil Tanks in Your Basement: A Homeowner's ResourceIntroduction: As a homeowner, it's essential to be aware of the lifespan of oil tanks in your basement to ensure the safety and efficiency of your...
5 Benefits of Having Your Furnace Cleaned Annually
5 Benefits of Having Your Furnace Cleaned AnnuallyRegularly cleaning your furnace offers many benefits that can save you headaches – and money. Some of the many benefits of having your furnace cleaned annually include: Efficient operation. Built up dirt and grime on...
Propane
Propane Safety Tips: How to Use Propane Safely and Efficiently
5 Benefits of Auto-Delivery for Heating OilPropane is an excellent energy source for heating homes, cooking, and fueling appliances, but like any fuel, it requires proper handling and maintenance to ensure safety. Whether you use propane for heating, grilling, or...
Frequently Asked Questions
How Does a Heat Pump Work? A Quick Guide for Homeowners
How Does a Heat Pump Work? A Quick Guide for HomeownersA heat pump is an energy-efficient instrument that effectively maintains comfortable temperatures in all seasons. The heat pump is becoming more popular in New England homes and other colder climates with its...
Troubleshooting a Furnace That Will Not Turn On With Thermostat
Troubleshooting a Furnace That Will Not Turn On With ThermostatA malfunctioning furnace can be a source of discomfort, especially during colder months. If your furnace refuses to turn on despite adjusting the thermostat, it's essential to troubleshoot the issue...
How Long Do Oil Tanks Last in a Basement?
How Long Do Oil Tanks Last in a Basement? Understanding the Lifespan of Oil Tanks in Your Basement: A Homeowner's ResourceIntroduction: As a homeowner, it's essential to be aware of the lifespan of oil tanks in your basement to ensure the safety and efficiency of your...
Our Response to the Recent Fire in Epping
EPPING, NH (January 18, 2024)- In the wake of a 5-alarm fire at the company’s Epping, New Hampshire service yard last Saturday, North Atlantic is first and foremost appreciative of firefighters, emergency personnel and members of the NA team who responded to the...
How Often Should I Service My Oil Furnace?
How Often Should I Service My Oil Furnace?You should be able to count on your oil furnace to provide you with heat whenever you need it. With proper maintenance, that shouldn’t be a problem. But what does proper maintenance mean? The question isn’t only, “How often...
What is the Average Life Expectancy of a Gas Furnace?
What is the Average Life Expectancy of a Gas Furnace?New England winters can be brutal, so the last thing you want on a cold January night is to wake up freezing because the furnace died. For people who just installed a new gas furnace, this scenario probably isn’t...
How Does a Furnace Work?
How Does a Furnace Work?In many cases, even the most experienced homeowner isn’t completely up to speed with all of their home’s functional parts. One of the most crucial appliances in any home is the furnace, especially when the winter months come around. But many...
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