R.F. Ohl Fuel & Energy Articles

OPEC’s Decision To Reduce Production & Its Effect On You

December 19, 2016

If you heat your home with heating oil, then you have experienced the fluctuating prices of heating oil. This is noticeable every time that you fill your oil tank and it can especially be obvious from one season to another. Recently, OPEC has decided to reduce production in order to stabilize the market. This will impact what you pay for fuel oil this season. However, there are some things that you can do in order to avoid increased home heating costs. Click through to find out more.

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Common Oil Furnace Problems And How To Deal With Them

November 21, 2016

Regardless of make or model, any oil furnace may encounter certain problems after a period of use. The key to correcting the situation is first understanding what may have caused the problem. This should be done before moving on to conduct the necessary repairs. In some instances, the problem may be minute and only require simple troubleshooting. However, more severe complications may require you to seek the services of a professional. Click through to read more on common furnace problems.

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Natural Gas Versus Home Heating Oil For Winter 2016-2017

October 17, 2016

When the days and nights begin to cool down and there is an overall chill in the air, we know that winter is just around the corner. This is the time of year when homeowners begin preparing for the upcoming cold season by weatherstripping doors, sealing windows and giving their heating system a fall tuneup. Knowing how to budget for the upcoming home heating costs can present a difficult challenge for homeowners. In this article, we will discuss some points that homeowners should be aware of for the 2016-2017 winter, especially those using natural gas as a fuel source. Click through to read more on this topic.

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Top 3 Tips On Furnace & Heating System Maintenance

September 26, 2016

Mornings are beginning to feel much cooler as we transition into autumn. For this reason, it is a good time of year to prepare for the coming winter season. Property owners often have lists of chores they complete on an annual basis, which may include activities such as sweeping the chimney, storing away summer items, and cleaning gutters. The autumn season is also an ideal time to perform maintenance on one’s heating system. Tuning up your heater is best completed before harsh weather arrives. Unfortunately, numerous homeowners overlook this important job. This article discusses what the top three factors are to make sure that your system is running efficiently and at peak performance.

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Having A New Oil Tank Installed? Watch This Video First…

December 17, 2014

If you need to have a replacement oil tank installed in your home, be sure to watch this informative video on oil tank installations.

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Where Does My Heating Oil Come From?

November 30, 2014

This interview features Christopher Hardy from R.F. Ohl. He talks about heating oil and where our oil comes from.

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Heating Oil Prices in The Lehigh Valley, PA

October 10, 2014

In this interview with Steve Ohl, President of RF Ohl, we discuss heating oil prices for the 2014-2015 winter heating season.

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