According to Natural Resources Defense Council, about 80% of consumer energy needs are met with gas, coal, and oil. Home heating oil is an earth-friendly option that is typically used in areas where gas lines aren't already established. If you're curious about potentially using home heating oil, continue reading to find out if it's a good option for you.

Heating Oil Is Stored in a Tank Until Needed

If you opt for oil to heat your home, you'll get regular deliveries from the oil provider. This oil is then stored in a tank until it's needed for use. These tanks can vary in size, type, and location. The bigger your home and heating needs, the larger the tank you'll need. Oil can be delivered on an as-needed basis or on a regular basis, depending on your usage. Oil tanks can be buried underground or placed near your home. They are typically leased from and maintained by the fuel company.

Oil Heats Water or Air to Warm Your Home

When oil is necessary, it will travel from the tank to the combustion chamber in your furnace. Prior to entering the chamber, it will pass through a filter to ensure that any dirt or debris is blocked from clogging the oil burner nozzle. When heat is needed, the oil will spray through the nozzle and ignite in the chamber. This creates a fire that warms either air or water. After they're warmed to the desired temperature, the water or air will travel to baseboard heaters or radiators and warm your home. The process is safe, clean, and effective. Heating oil is a popular option because of these desirable factors.

Heating Oil Is Ideal for Mountain Cabins and Other Remote Homes

If you've ever visited or lived in a remote area, you have likely noticed the fuel tanks outside of homes and businesses. These tanks are an effective way to provide heat to remote areas where gas lines haven't been installed. In many remote areas, the choices for heating are oil and electricity. Unfortunately, using electricity to heat a home, usually through baseboard heaters, can be too expensive for many households. People living in remote areas benefit from having heating oil as a less expensive option. If you're interested in living in a remote area, you'll want to check out oil heating.

Interested in learning more about our home heating oil services? Contact Viking Fuel today, and we'll fill you in.