--- title: Smart Touch Energy Blog description: The Smart Touch Energy blog provides helpful advice for homeowners in the Northeast who heat their home with oil or propane. --- [![Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Smart_Click_Energy_Jan_2016/smartTouchLogo_220.png?width=305&name=smartTouchLogo_220.png "Smart Touch Energy")](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/) [![smartTouchLogo_80](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Smart_Click_Energy_Jan_2016/smartTouchLogo_160.png?width=222&name=smartTouchLogo_160.png "smartTouchLogo_80")](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/) - [Terms and Conditions](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/best-ac/Terms%20%26%20Conditions%20-%20STE%20Giveaway%20-%20202312.pdf) - [Order Online](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/privacy-policy) - [Blog](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com) ## Smart Touch Energy Blog ## [Full Service vs. Discount Oil Providers](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/full-service-vs-discount-oil-providers) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-Intro.png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/full-service-vs-discount-oil-providers) Choosing a fuel oil company to heat your home or business isn't something to take lightly. In 2018 alone, [5.5 million homes in the United States](https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/heating-oil/use-of-heating-oil.php) used heating oil to warm their spaces. While you shop around for the best deal, remember you might not get that if you opt for the cheapest provider in your area. Here are some key factors to consider when choosing an oil provider for your home or business.  [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/full-service-vs-discount-oil-providers) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/full-service-vs-discount-oil-providers#comments-listing) Topics: [oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/oil) ## [How Much Propane Will I Use This Summer?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-propane-will-i-use-this-summer) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Heating Oil Alternatives: Can I Put Diesel Fuel in My Home Heating Oil Tank? ](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-Heating-Oil-Alternatives-Can-I-Put-Diesel-Fuel-in-My-Home-Heating-Oil-Tank.png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-propane-will-i-use-this-summer) Many people with propane appliances tend to use more gas in the winter than in the summer. However, you will still use propane even during the summer months. While the summer heat will replace the need for fireplaces, furnaces, and space heaters, propane can power numerous other appliances in your house, like your water heater and outdoor appliances like pool heaters or grills.  - [What Is a Normal Level of Propane Usage?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-propane-will-i-use-this-summer/#1) - [Estimating Propane Usage](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-propane-will-i-use-this-summer?#2) - [Trust Smart Touch Energy With Your Propane Delivery](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-propane-will-i-use-this-summer/#3) [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-propane-will-i-use-this-summer) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-propane-will-i-use-this-summer#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil) ## [How to Calibrate Your Thermostat](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/Blog_Graphics/06-thermostat-calibration.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy) A thermostat is the main point of interface between you and your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. When your thermostat is accurate, it’s easier to make fine adjustments that will keep your home comfortable and your utility bills low. Like all components of your home HVAC system, thermostats require periodic repairs and maintenance to keep working their best over the long term. Here’s what you need to know to calibrate your thermostat. - [Thermostat Basics](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy/#thermostat) - [Signs of Improper Thermostat Calibration](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy/#signs) - [How to Check a Thermostat's Calibration](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy/#checking) - [Cleaning a Thermostat](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy/#cleaning) - [Adjusting a Thermostat](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy/#adjusting) - [How to Ensure You Calibrate Your Thermostat Correctly](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy/#how) - [Benefits of Hiring an HVAC Technician](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy/#benefits) - [Solve Your Thermostat Problems Faster With Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy/#solve) [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/calibrate-your-thermostat-for-greater-accuracy#comments-listing) Topics: [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems), [air conditioning](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/air-conditioning) ## [Heating Oil Alternatives: Can I Put Diesel Fuel in My Home Heating Oil Tank?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Heating Oil Alternatives: Can I Put Diesel Fuel in My Home Heating Oil Tank? ](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-Heating-Oil-Alternatives-Can-I-Put-Diesel-Fuel-in-My-Home-Heating-Oil-Tank.png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/) Living in the Northeast, cold winters are another day in paradise for us. However, even the most seasoned Northeasterners are prone to temporary setbacks. Perhaps the one we all hope to avoid the most is running out of fuel for our home heating oil tanks. Luckily, standard turnaround times allow for heating oil delivery within three business days — but you can get service as fast as [same-day delivery from local oil distributors](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil/services/emergency). [![Check Today's Price](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1662372/038a1d27-fa99-4848-9255-6e4e2c3d686a.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1662372/038a1d27-fa99-4848-9255-6e4e2c3d686a)   - [Inspect Your Home Heating Oil Tank](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/#1) - [Dangers of Running Low on Oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/#2) - [Diesel as a Heating Fuel Alternative: Safety and Uses](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/#3) - [How to Use Diesel Fuel in Your Home Heating Oil Tank](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/#4) - [Get Emergency Fuel Delivery With Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/#5) [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/heating-oil-alternatives/#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil) ## [Can You Mix Kerosene and Home Heating Oil?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Can You Mix Kerosene and Home Heating Oil?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-can-you-mix-kerosene-home-heating-oil.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/) If your home's heating system uses oil, there might come a time when you find yourself wondering if you can mix kerosene with heating oil. [![Check Pricing In Your Area](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1662372/19a9b546-5b2d-4e50-beaa-131ddcc19747.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1662372/19a9b546-5b2d-4e50-beaa-131ddcc19747) - [Are Kerosene and Home Heating Oil the Same?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/#1) - [Can You Mix Fuel Oil and Kerosene?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/#2) - [Is Kerosene or Home Heating Oil Better?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/#3) - [Are There Laws Against Mixing Kerosene With Heating Oil?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/#4) - [Smart Touch Energy Makes Buying Heating Oil Simple](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/#5) [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/can-you-mix-kerosene-and-home-heating-oil/#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil) ## [11 Ways to Keep the Heat Out and the A/C in This Season](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-keep-the-heat-out-and-the-ac-in) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Ways to Keep The Heat Out](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/02-Change-Your-Lightbulbs_.png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-keep-the-heat-out-and-the-ac-in) In the summertime, A/C, or air conditioning, is essential for maintaining a comfortable home. We depend on this utility to help us sleep better and work from home at the hottest times of the year. However, running your A/C too often can increase your utility bill and have a detrimental effect on the environment. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-keep-the-heat-out-and-the-ac-in) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-keep-the-heat-out-and-the-ac-in#comments-listing) Topics: [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems), [air conditioning](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/air-conditioning) ## [Single-Wall vs. Double-Wall Fuel Tanks](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Single-Wall vs. Double-Wall Fuel Tanks](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01%20(8).png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks) Many people in the Northeast rely on heating oil to warm their homes. If you're one of them, you want to ensure your fuel tank is full — but you also must ensure you have the best fuel tank for your home and situation. This way, you and your family can stay toasty throughout the fall and winter. - [The Main Difference Between Single-Wall and Double-Wall Fuel Tanks](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks/#1) - [How to Tell if a Tank Is Double-Walled](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks/#2) - [Benefits of Single-Wall Fuel Tanks](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks/#3) - [Benefits of Double-Wall Fuel Tanks](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks/#4) - [Single-Wall vs. Double-Wall — Which Should I Get?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks/#5) - [Choose Smart Touch Energy for Your Heating Oil Needs](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks/#6) [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/single-wall-vs-double-wall-fuel-tanks#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil) ## [How Much Heating Oil Will I Use During Winter?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-heating-oil-will-i-use-during-winter) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![1-EDIT-feature-Howmuchoil.jpg](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/1-EDIT-feature-Howmuchoil.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-heating-oil-will-i-use-during-winter) Winter may technically be three months on the calendar, but everyone knows the chilly or freezing weather often lasts longer than that. [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-heating-oil-will-i-use-during-winter) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-much-heating-oil-will-i-use-during-winter#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil), [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems) ## [How to Read Your Oil Tank Fuel Gauge](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![how to read your oil tank fuel gauge](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-How-to-Read-Your-Oil-Tank-Fuel-Gauge.png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/) If you live in a home with a fuel oil system, you know the importance of having enough oil to keep the house warm — especially during the winter months. Even if you have an automatic delivery service set up, regularly checking your home's heating oil tank ensures you avoid running low on oil.  - [How to Read an Oil Gauge at Home](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/#1) - [How to Know if Your Oil Tank Gauge Is Bad](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/#2) - [How to Check Your Oil Level Without a Gauge](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/#3) - [How Long Does Heating Oil Last?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/#4) - [Schedule Automatic Heating Oil Delivery With Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/#5) [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-read-your-oil-tank-fuel-gage/#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil) ## [Horizontal vs. Vertical Heating Oil Tank](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/horizontal-vs-vertical-heating-oil-tank) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![horizontal vs vertical heating oil tank](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-Horizontal-vs-Vertical-Heating-Oil-Tank-min.jpg)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/horizontal-vs-vertical-heating-oil-tank) In a world where many energy options exist for heating your home, you may find yourself considering heating oil. Or, perhaps you've been using heating oil for years and have decided to upgrade your fuel storage tank. - [Heating Oil Tank Locations](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/horizontal-vs-vertical-heating-oil-tank/#1) - [When to Use a Horizontal or Vertical Heating Oil Tank](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/horizontal-vs-vertical-heating-oil-tank/#2) - [Benefits of Horizontal and Vertical Fuel Storage Tanks](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/horizontal-vs-vertical-heating-oil-tank#3) - [Choose Smart Touch Energy for Your Heating Oil Needs](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/horizontal-vs-vertical-heating-oil-tank#4)   [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/horizontal-vs-vertical-heating-oil-tank) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/horizontal-vs-vertical-heating-oil-tank#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil), [heating systems](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-systems) [All posts](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/all) [Next](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/page/2) # The Smarter Way To Buy Heating Oil ## Today's Best Price ### Heating Oil ### 150 Gallons @ $3.939/gal ### Propane ### 250 Gallons @ $2.389/gal [Start Your Order Now](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/shopping-cart?z=17036)   ### Recent Posts ### Subscribe to Email Updates - [Terms and Conditions](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/best-ac/Terms%20%26%20Conditions%20-%20STE%20Giveaway%20-%20202312.pdf) - [Order Online](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.smarttouchenergy.com/privacy-policy) - [Blog](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com) [![Authorize.Net Merchant - Click to Verify](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Smart_Click_Energy_Jan_2016/secure90x72.gif?width=90&name=secure90x72.gif "Authorize.Net Merchant - Click to Verify")](https://verify.authorize.net/anetseal/?pid=53a11993-cc1b-49e0-ab65-3098d122ce69&rurl=https%3A//www.smarttouchenergy.com/about-us) [Credit Card Processing](http://www.verisign.com/verisign-trust-seal) 415 Norway St., York, PA 17403 [support@smarttouchenergy.com](mailto:support@smarttouchenergy.com) © 2024 Smart Touch Energy. 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