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In these unpredictable times, it’s a given that prices will go up and down, and discounts will come and go. But the reliability and commitment of your Wisconsin heating oil dealer never wavers.

This past Arctic-like winter may have convinced some Badger State residents that it’s time to replace their old boiler or furnace with a new, high-efficiency oilheat system. That’s because during periods of extreme cold, their current system simply could not keep them as warm as they wanted.

Let’s face it. Wisconsin winters can be brutally cold and this past winter was no exception. Fortunately, it’s on the coldest days that oilheat delivers the greatest value. And Wisconsinites who heat with oil have all the support they need to make their life at home safe and warm.

Most people refer to their oil heating system as “a furnace.” As in, “I need to get my furnace checked.” But there is another type of oil heating system that may be keeping you warm right now — except it never gets much recognition. When was the last time you heard someone say, “I need to get my boiler checked”?

From Superior to Kenosha, oilheat has kept tens of thousands of Wisconsin homes affordably warm and safe for decades. But most people don’t realize that in the last few years, heating oil has been reformulated to make it cleaner burning and significantly more energy efficient. And here’s what that means for you:

Thousands of homeowners across the country have taken advantage of heating oil equipment rebates and we think it’s time that you considered getting in on this opportunity while funds remain available.

With proper maintenance, the average furnace can last 15 years or longer. One way to make sure your system reaches its life span and operates efficiently is to perform an easy, do-it-yourself maintenance task—changing or cleaning your furnace’s air filter as often as the manufacturer recommends.

Oil and water can mix—especially when you’re talking about new, oil-powered water heaters. A lot of people use their oil-fired boilers not only to heat their homes, but to produce domestic hot water too, including hot water for sinks, tubs, showers and washing machines.

If you’re tired of spending hundreds of dollars on repairs just to keep your old oilheating system running, you should start researching your options in modern oil furnaces or oil boilers. This is especially important if your heating system is at least 15 years old.

If the rest of your oilheating system has remained in good condition and operates to your satisfaction, there’s still a good chance that the oil burner is out of date. Your heating oil company may be able to retrofit it with a modern, efficient burner.