At WCF Fuels North West, we're committed to helping our customers get the best value from their home heating oil. Heating oil can be a major household expense, but with some smart planning and energy-saving habits, you can cut the costs and keep your home warm for less. Here are five proven ways to save money on heating oil - and make your system more efficient all year round.
One of the easiest ways to save money is to buy heating oil early - ideally before the colder months hit. Ordering in advance gives you the flexibility on delivery dates and helps you avoid emergency delivery fees, which can add up fast.
Example: By allowing up to 10 days for delivery, you could save up to 15p per litre compared to last-minute top ups. On a 500 litre order, that's a £75 saving!
Whenever possible, buy your heating oil in bulk. Larger orders reduce transport costs per litre, and suppliers like WCF Fuels North West can pass these savings directly to you.
Most domestic heating oil tanks hold between 1,000 and 2,500 litres, so check your capacity and fill up when prices are lower. Bulk buying helps you lock in better rates and avoid frequent reorders during peak times.
A small change makes a big difference! Reducing your thermostat by just one degree Celsius can lower your heating bill by more than 10%.
This small adjustment is often unnoticeable in comfort levels but delivers long-term savings; especially during the winter!
If your boiler is over 15 years old, it might be time for an upgrade. Modern boilers are much more efficient, meaning they use less oil to produce the same amount of heat.
Although a new boiler is an investment, the energy savings over time can significantly reduce your annual heating costs.
To make the most of every litre of heating oil, your home needs to retain the heat you're paying for- check your insulation and seal any draughts that let warmth escape.
Key areas to inspect include:
Evan small improvements, like adding weather strips or insulating pipework, can dramatically increase your heating efficiency and reduce fuel usage.
At WCF Fuels North West, we offer competitive heating oil prices, reliable delivery and expert advice to help you heat your home efficiently.
Start saving today by ordering your heating oil early and following these simple tips!
With our dedicated services to all domestic homeowners, commercial businesses, and agricultural farms across Lancashire, Cumbria, and Cheshire, WCF North West is here for you with our second-to-none services.
For over 100 years, WCF North West has supplied homes, businesses, and farms throughout the North West with the best prices available. Whether you need home heating oil, bulk diesel, or gas oil, this is the service for you! From depot to depot, our hardworking team is committed to providing you the best customer experience possible, through delivering great value for money and going above and beyond expectations. We also offer exclusive deals and brilliant schemes all year round to keep your trust in us at a high, such deals include recommending a friend and schemes such as the winter priority delivery, which ensures priority delivery to our elderly and most vulnerable customers.
WCF North West also offers suitable and flexible payment plans to our customers, we are here to serve you!
