Heating oil buying guides
Plain-English advice to help you buy heating oil at the right time, in the right quantity, and use every litre well.
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6 min read
What affects heating oil prices in the UK?
Crude oil, refinery margins, the pound, seasonal demand and delivery costs all shape what you pay for kerosene. Here is how each one works.
5 min read
When is the best time to buy heating oil?
Seasonal patterns, market signals and practical tank management tips to help you time your next heating oil order.
5 min read
How much heating oil do I need per year?
Estimate your annual kerosene use from your home size, heat demand and boiler efficiency, with worked examples.
4 min read
Kerosene vs gas oil: which heating oil do you need?
The difference between 28-second kerosene and 35-second gas oil, which boilers use which, and why prices differ.
6 min read
Heating oil tanks: sizes, siting and safety
Choosing a tank size, where it can go, bunded vs single-skin tanks, and how to keep it secure and leak-free.
6 min read
10 practical ways to save money on heating oil
Proven ways to cut your heating oil bill, from ordering smarter to getting more heat out of every litre.