Do You Have an Above Ground Oil Tank? Here’s What You Need to Know
Do you have a home with an above ground oil tank? We understand that you may have some questions about location options and maintenance needs. But not to worry, Point Bay has been keeping families warm all winter long in Ocean and Monmouth counties since 1906. We’re here to provide you with the best information…
Read MoreAre You Spending Too Much? 8 Surprising Ways to Slash Energy Costs for Good
According to predictions from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), energy costs are expected to increase this winter (through March 31) compared with last winter. Their latest report, “Short Term Energy and Winter Fuels Outlook,” forecasts that the average household expenditures for heating oil will be 38% higher than last winter due to higher expected…
Read MoreIs It Really Broken? When To Wait And When To Get The Furnace Fixed
Much like April, right now, we’re in the middle of two seasons duking it out for control. Fall and winter are in a boxing match; we go from a 70-degree and sunny soccer game-filled Saturday to a 40-degree Sunday filled with football games and snowflakes. So, as you’re battling out your summer and winter wardrobe,…
Read MoreDoes it really burn hotter? Get the Facts on Home Oil Heat
Home oil heat is used by many Americans to heat their homes; it is a cost-effective, efficient, clean and safe fuel that has been used for years to keep families warm all winter long. Of the 111 million households in the United States, approximately 8 million use oil heat for the home as their main…
Read MoreSolutions for Controlling Indoor Home Humidity
Each of us face a plethora of risks to our health every day. Some of these risks are unseen to the human eye, such as environmental pollutants and too-low (or too high) humidity levels. To optimize indoor air quality in your home and at your business, it must be fresh, clean and have the proper…
Read MoreIs Your NJ Home Ready for the Cold Weather? 4 Home Comfort Tips
Starting to think about buttoning up the house for winter? If not, you should. As your New Jersey home heating oil company, we’ve put together some reminders on getting your home ready for the winter months. They’re vital for your home comfort and efficiency, plus they’ll help you save on your heating bills, too! 4…
Read MoreFill Your Oil Tank in the Fall and Other Autumn To-Dos
As we begin to welcome in the change of seasons and the vibrant colors of fall, it’s also a good time to start checking off your “Fall To-Do” list and begin preparing your home for winter. Autumn temperatures are fairly mild in New Jersey, making it a beautiful time to be outside with the family…oh…
Read MoreSave Big by Wasting Less- Simple Tips for Hot Water Efficiency
Now that there’s a chill in the air, many of us are taking longer, hotter showers…but in the process, all that hot water (and money) is literally going down the drain. According to energy.gov, water heating is the second largest energy expense in a home (after heating and cooling), accounting for 12-18% of all utility…
Read MoreStop Allergies in Their Tracks! Tips On Ventilating Your Home in the Change of Seasons
The change of seasons through the fall can be some of the most beautiful times of the year. However for those who suffer from allergies, it can also be the most dreaded time of year. If you’re sensitive to allergies and suffer from sniffling, sneezing and wheezing that comes along with New Jersey’s peak allergy…
Read MoreFall is the Perfect Time to Schedule Your Heating System Tune-Up
We’re sure you’ve been diligently keeping your furnace dust-free over the summer, right? Right? Since there’s a chance you’ve tuned out furnace maintenance these past few months, it’s probably full of dust. So, before you fire up that dusty HVAC for the first time this season, it probably a good time to schedule a fall…
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