Those of us who live in the UK are probably watching the BP oil spill with fascination and worry about how it will affect the environment. Even though the oil spill is not close enough to cause any immediate damage to the UK, it can often happen these days that one part of the world is quickly affected by something that is happening elsewhere in the world. And that is why there is a lot of concern that the disaster in the gulf of Mexico is going to have the effect of increased heating oil prices here in the UK. (more…)

Most people will use their heating oil system year after year without there ever being a problem. The system is quite easy to maintain and except for the occasional check there is not much that needs to be done. But unfortunately for some people, sometimes problems do happen with a heating oil system. (more…)

If you follow the news then you are almost certain to be aware of the worries about our stocks of fuels such as oil. The fact that supplies are diminishing means that there is an almost certainty that the prices of these fuels will continue to rise. Fundamental supply and demand is actually what this boils down to. (more…)

Recycling things has become an every day occurrence for most of us. It is good for both our pockets and for the environment. Recently there has been some research conducted in the UK that looks at the feasibility of using recycled vegetable oil as a way to heat buildings. (more…)

The majority of those using heating oil as their source of fuel in the home will never have any problems with it. You should not worry too much about a small leak as it is not very flammable. However if the leak is a big one, the problem could be much worse so it is wise to take certain steps should this occur. (more…)

Heating oil users could face some issues with this source of fuel even though it is thought to be one of the safest forms of heating fuel. Spillages are one of the most common problems associated with heating oil. Spillages are always at risk of happening especially when tanks are being filled. (more…)

At the moment in Reepham, there is an interesting trial taking place. Which is actually a small town situated in Norfolk. The efficiency of renewable heating oil is being tested out here by thirty one buildings which includes the local school. (more…)

Although puff back actually sounds quite harmless it could cause a lot of damage in your home. Puff back occurs when soot shoots out of your boiler due to a misfire. Depending on how much soot is expelled from your boiler, you could end up with a lot of damage. (more…)

If you have ever thought about changing your heating oil boiler then now is the time to do it as the government are now paying £400 to those who agree to do it. If you have a G rated oil boiler which is over 25 years of age then you will be eligible to apply. There are 120,000 vouchers available and only 50,000 of them have been claimed so far. (more…)

Many people who use oil as their source of heating fuel will have some worries about its safety. Generally speaking it can be said that this form of heating is very safe, but there are potential dangers. The biggest dangers surround the possibility of oil leakage or problems with the boiler. (more…)