--- title: Smart Touch Energy Blog | heating oil description: heating oil | 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 ## [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) ## [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) ## [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) ## [How to Clean Your Oil Tank Vent Whistle](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-clean-oil-tank-vent-whistle) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![how to clean your oil tank vent whistle](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-How-to-Clean-Your-Oil-Tank-Vent-Whistle.png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-clean-oil-tank-vent-whistle) If you are one of many homeowners who use an oil tank to heat their home, you know that there are several crucial steps to maintaining it properly. From servicing your [oil furnace and tank](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-often-to-service-your-oil-furnace) regularly to keeping up with new oil deliveries, proper maintenance is essential for your home's proper heating safety and efficiency. - [What Is an Oil Whistle?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-clean-oil-tank-vent-whistle/#1) - [Why Is a Working Oil Whistle Important?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-clean-oil-tank-vent-whistle/#2) - [Steps to Clean Your Oil Tank Vent Whistle](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-clean-oil-tank-vent-whistle/#3) - [Contact Smart Touch Energy for Efficient Heating Oil Solutions](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-clean-oil-tank-vent-whistle/#4) [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-clean-oil-tank-vent-whistle) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-clean-oil-tank-vent-whistle#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil), [oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/oil), [oil tanks](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/oil-tanks) ## [Wi-Fi Thermostats for Oil Heat](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/wifi-thermostat-for-oil-heat) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Wi-Fi Thermostats for oil heat](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-Wi-Fi-Thermostats-for-Oil-Heat.png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/wifi-thermostat-for-oil-heat) When the cold winter months of the Northeastern United States arrive, proper heating is essential. You rely on your oil heater to keep you comfortable and warm, but how often do you think about your thermostat? If you have an old-school dial thermostat, it may be time for an upgrade.  - [What Is a Wi-Fi Thermostat?](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/wifi-thermostat-for-oil-heat/#1) - [The Benefits of Wi-Fi Thermostats for Oil Heaters](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/wifi-thermostat-for-oil-heat/#2) - [Contact Smart Touch Energy for Your Next Oil Delivery](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/wifi-thermostat-for-oil-heat/#3) [Read More](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/wifi-thermostat-for-oil-heat) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/wifi-thermostat-for-oil-heat#comments-listing) Topics: [heating oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/heating-oil), [oil](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/topic/oil) ## [How to Remove Sludge and Clean a Heating Oil Tank](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-remove-sludge-and-clean-a-heating-oil-tank) Posted by [Smart Touch Energy](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/author/smart-touch-energy) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Remove sludge from fuel oil tank](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/hubfs/01-Remove-Sludge-and-Clean-Heating-Oil-Tank-1.png)](https://blog.smarttouchenergy.com/how-to-remove-sludge-and-clean-a-heating-oil-tank) Heating oil tanks accumulate thick, gel-like sediment, also known as sludge, over time. Every few years, as the sludge begins to grow, you might find yourself unsure of what to do. Is it a big problem? Do you need to clean it? Is it so bad that your tank needs replacement? Don't let heating oil sludge cause you stress this winter. Be proactive by cleaning your tank or calling in a professional to take that sludge off your hands. 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