Prep Your House For Fall
With Fall right around the corner take a minute to review our list of cleaning tasks to prepare your home for the colder months ahead. Clean Gutters and Downspouts Gutter cleaning and checking of downspouts are an essential part of regular exterior home maintenance. It will ensure proper flow of water from the roof […]
How Long Does Propane Last?
Propane is a very effective fuel source for nearly countless applications, from firing up the grill to keeping your home heated and warm. It does have one caveat, however — learning how to maintain your supply. This can feel like a challenge at first (maybe even a bit frustrating), but we’re happy to say that with […]
Clear a Path to Your Oil Fill Pipe
The snow has arrived and your heaters are continuously running, keeping your home comfortable and warm. Since you heat your home with heating oil, you are well aware of the fact that a skilled technician has to come and deliver your oil to make sure that your home stays this comfortable even when it is […]
Above Ground Heating Oil Tank Regulations Spark Mandatory Inspections
As governing regulations and the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) update safety standard changes, SOS complies with all rules and regulations when delivering Home Heating Oil and performs very thorough inspections of your oil tank to ensure the safety of your family and the environment. Oil Tank Inspection For aboveground oil tanks, regular visual oil […]
Heating Oil & Propane for the Holidays
We’re steadily making our way to the holiday season here in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. That means a lot of fun times and family gatherings are in the near future—which we’re excited about. But it also means cold days, colder nights, and even possible blizzards are coming up as well. Does your home […]
The New & Improved SOS Xtreme Comfort
Have you noticed anything different on our website, Facebook page, or Google+ profile? If not, we’ll help you out—we updated our company logo! We are excited to roll out this new branding to align with our ongoing efforts to serve our customers more efficiently in southern New York, northern New Jersey, and northeastern Pennsylvania! Also, […]
What Makes A Viessmann Boiler Better Than Others?
Thanks to advanced technology and plenty of research, Viessmann is one of the leading manufacturers of reliable, efficient and affordable heating and solar products. Viessmann products are designed with consumer needs in mind to offer innovative solutions that make life more comfortable. Sleek, stylish designs, intuitive and responsive controls, and eco-friendly features are just but some of the reasons a Viessmann boiler stands out from the crowd. Click through to read more on this topic.
Best Ways To Find Drafts In Your Home For The Winter
If your home experiences drafts, you are losing money unnecessarily. The costs that go into keeping the house warm will quickly escalate. The presence of drafts will keep the heater running for longer. Consequently, this uses more power to reach the set temperatures. The reverse is also true. During hot weather, your house will be uncomfortably warm since drafts cause hot air to enter and your cool air to exit. Since your heater or air conditioner will constantly cycle, this leads to constant breakdowns and early replacement. For these reasons, it is important to locate all significant drafts in order to seal them off. Click through to read more on how to find drafts.
How To Prevent Your Heating Oil From Freezing
While many types of fuel are capable of heating commercial and residential buildings, heating oil is among the most popular across the country. This heating oil, sometimes referred to as #2 heating oil, derives its popularity from its high calorific value, a fancy way of saying that it produces a lot of heat per unit. It is also easy to store in oil tanks, allowing customers to purchase cheap fuel during the warmer months and then save it until it is needed. However, when temperatures drop, your heating oil can freeze. Learn what you can do to prevent this as well as what you should do if you do find that your fuel oil has become frozen.
Preparing Your Heating System For The Winter
The cold winter season can be inconvenient, uncomfortable and dangerous if you do not have an efficient heating system. For this reason, every property, whether residential or commercial, needs to have an HVAC system that has been properly installed and serviced. Proper heater installation and maintenance is crucial in not only ensuring optimal home comfort during winter, but also in preventing health risks during the winter. Click through to read some tips that homeowners can use to keep their heating system in tip-top condition in readiness for the winter.
