Heating oil is one of the safest and most effective ways to keep your Vermont household toasty and comfortable through the coldest parts of the year. Today’s heating oil can efficiently deliver robust heat, and unlike natural gas, it is not an explosion risk.
That being said, you need to be sure that your home’s heating oil tank is secure and leak-free to get the best efficiency from your heating equipment and avoid costly, disruptive fuel cleanups.
Roberts Energy can help. We can inspect, repair and replace your home’s heating oil storage tank in Brattleboro, Bridport, Fairfax, Grand Isle and surrounding communities.
Generally speaking, an aboveground heating oil tank (including one that’s installed in your basement) will last about 20 years — more with attentive upkeep.
However, it’s important to look for signs that your heating oil tank may be nearing retirement. Oil tanks often fail because of sludge accumulation and internal corrosion, caused most often by condensation inside the tank. These issues are hard to see with the naked eye. We recommend that you check your tank several times a year for these warning signs:
The oil-heat techs at all Roberts Energy companies can perform a professional inspection if you think your tank may be past its prime.
And if it’s time to replace your tank, we can set you up with a modern model with double-walled construction and leak prevention features. Heating oil tanks are also more compact these days, so you may be able to reclaim space in your home.
Don’t ignore a heating oil tank that seems to be struggling. Reach out to our team today to arrange a consultation. Our local experts are always on call to help their Vermont neighbors!
Our family of companies has served homes and businesses throughout Vermont for decades. If you need a friendly local provider of quality heating fuel and expert equipment services, we’re here to help!
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