Your New York Winter Fuel Safety Checklists
When the coldest days of the year finally hit New York, preparation makes all the difference in the world. Staying mindful of a few seasonal safety habits can ensure your home is ready for the upcoming weather and provide you with complete peace of mind. Take a moment to make sure your home and heating setup are ready for whatever winter brings with these simple checklists.
Keeping Deliveries Safe and On-Schedule
Winter is peak season for fuel deliveries and with so many customers placing orders, it’s essential to stay on top of your tank levels to avoid delays or emergencies. To ensure your fuel arrives on time, place a delivery order when your tank reads 1/3 full. Ordering at this point gives your drivers the time they need to fit you into their schedule and deliver your fuel before your supply runs too low. One of the best ways to prevent a potential runout is to sign up for automatic delivery. With tank monitoring technology, the Blueox Energy team tracks your usage in real time and local weather conditions to schedule deliveries when you need them.
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Steps to Get Your Property Delivery-Ready
No matter which delivery option you choose, make each delivery safer and faster by:
- Clearing snow and ice from your driveway, pathways, and fill pipe
- Unlocking gates or doors the driver will need to get through before they arrive
- Marking your tank, so it’s easy to identify
- Keeping your pets inside during the delivery
- Turning on exterior lights if it will be dark out
Lost Heat? Here’s What to Check First
If your tank is not empty, before calling for heating services, take a moment to run through this no-heat checklist to see if you can identify and potentially fix the problem yourself.
- Thermostat: Make sure your setting is on “HEAT” and the cooling function is not on.
- Switches: Check that all heating equipment and emergency switches are on.
- Reset Button: Press the RESET button on your system only once.
If your system is still not running, it’s time to contact our experienced technicians for emergency heating services.
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Your Trusted Full-Service Energy Provider
Blueox Energy is your local full-service energy provider and dedicated to keeping your home safe, warm, and running efficiently, no matter the season. Our team is always available to answer any questions you may have about fuel delivery, professional HVAC services, and more, so you have the support you need all winter long. Reach out to our experts today to learn more.