As winter approaches, it’s time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead. At Reitz Oil Company, we want to ensure your oil heating system runs smoothly and efficiently, keeping your home warm and cozy all season long. Here are some essential tips to help you get ready for winter. 1. Check Your Heating…
As the chilly winds of winter begin to sweep across the landscape, it’s time to ensure that your home is prepared for the colder months ahead. One crucial aspect of winter readiness often overlooked is the level of heating oil in your tank. Many homeowners tend to underestimate the significance of maintaining a full oil…
In an era where sustainable solutions are gaining increasing importance, I recently had the opportunity to be a test case for using 100% biodiesel to heat my home. The experience was nothing short of positive, from the easy installation process to the seamless transition from regular heating oil to biodiesel. In this blog post, I…
At Reitz Oil Company, we have always been committed to providing our customers with reliable, efficient, and environmentally friendly heating solutions. Today, we are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking test case that brings together the best of both worlds—100% Biodiesel heated homes using Beckett’s innovative B100 certified burner. While we have not yet began delivering…
When shopping for a fuel dealer, be wary of those offering cheap fuel. Judy Delaney, the premium fuels manager at Global Partners LP, recently wrote an article which articulates several of the reasons to avoid discount fuel providers. Saving on your price per gallon can really cost you in the long-run. “Fuel quality is compromised…
New York has taken a huge step forward in the journey toward net-zero carbon emissions. What are your thoughts on Bio-Heat? Let me know if you have any questions! “Biodiesel is an alternative fuel made from domestically produced low-carbon resources such as soybean oil or used cooking oil. On average, biodiesel reduces CO2e greenhouse gas…
Are you tired of paying a few hundred dollars every time it’s time to fill up your oil tank? 80% of your heating oil expenses come during December, January, and February. We know that time of year can be very financially difficult following the holidays. Couple that with the stress of having to keep an…
Our communities deserve a safe environment to thrive in, which is why Pennsylvania is doing its part for the future by switching to ultra-low sulfur heating oil. As of September 1, 2020, all heating oil sold in our state will be ULSHO. ULSHO produces significantly fewer emissions, it burns cleaner in heating systems, and best…
Reitz Oil is proud to be listed among the top family-owned and operated businesses in Central Pennsylvania! The list was combined by Central Pennsylvania Business Journal and was ranked by number of family employees. At Reitz Oil we currently have 5 family members working for us! Well, 7 if you count the dogs, but they wouldn’t…
Natural Gas is no longer the most viable option for conversion. If you’re thinking of converting from heating oil to another source, make sure your choice is future-proof and SAFE! “Battery prices are expected to fall by more than 80 percent by 2040. “We’re going to see production quadruple by 2025,” said McCarthy. “And with…