As the cold weather approaches in Southeastern Connecticut and Southwestern Rhode Island, it’s never been a better time to make sure your heating equipment is ready for the upcoming winter. Check out the latest blog from Densmore Oil to learn how to prepare your heating system for winter, and follow this checklist to help prevent breakdowns and ensure your home stays warm and comfortable.
1. Test Your System
In early fall, turn your heating system on and then crank up your thermostat to make sure everything starts as expected. This quick test helps confirm that your equipment is working properly before temperatures start to drop or gives you time to address any problems early. Give us a call if issues occur when you test your system.
2. Change the Air Filter
A dirty air filter can restrict airflow and make your system work harder than it needs to. If your air filters become too clogged with dust and debris, it can trigger a safety shutoff to prevent damage to your system. Replacing the filter at least twice a year helps keep your system running smoothly and safely. Call Densmore Oil to schedule a filter replacement or add one to your next service appointment.
3. Check Tank Levels
If you’re on will-call for deliveries, you don’t want to start the heating season facing a potential no-fuel emergency. If your tank level is at or below ⅓, you should schedule a delivery now, so you can receive your heating oil before the cold sets in.
For automatic delivery customers, rest easy knowing that Densmore Oil monitors your tank levels for you. Just keep our team informed if anything in your home changes that might impact your fuel consumption.
4. Schedule a Heating System Tune-Up
An annual heating system tune-up is the best way to ensure your system is running efficiently and ready for winter. Tune-ups provide many benefits, including:
- Improved system efficiency: a well-maintained heating system uses less energy.
- Fewer breakdowns: catching small issues early helps reduce the risk of unexpected and costly repairs.
- Help extend the life of your equipment by preventing wear and tear.
- Improved indoor air quality.
- And more!
5. Consider Oil Tank Protection
Densmore Oil offers TankSure®, an oil tank protection program to our fuel customers. This program uses ultrasonic testing to allow technicians to evaluate the integrity of your oil tank, helping you detect internal corrosion early.
Qualifying customers can receive $2,000 toward an oil tank replacement, may be eligible for homeowner’s insurance policy discounts and more.
6. Enroll in a Service Plan
A heating service plan is a great way to ensure your equipment is working well year after year. Densmore Oil’s heating system plan includes:
- Annual tune-up & safety check
- 25% discount on covered parts
- Includes our oil tank protection program
- Emergency after-hour services
- And more!
Densmore Is Your Heating Equipment Expert
When it comes to heating your home, trust the team that knows heating systems inside and out. Densmore Oil offers the heating services you need to feel confident in your heating system this winter. Our experienced technicians are here for all of your oil, heating, cooling, plumbing, propane, and gas needs, so you can count on us no matter what. To request a service, reach out to our team today!
