Stay warm, whatever the weather
At Peak Energy we offer an emergency heating oil delivery service, to prevent you from being left out in the cold. Running out of heating oil will not only cause a disturbance in your daily life, but there are also other boiler related issues which may cost you money and time.
Same day emergency heating oil delivery
If you have run out, or are running low on domestic oil, Peak Energy has got you covered! We offer an emergency home heating oil delivery service; receive your fuel on the same or following day. Alternatively, you can purchase a 20 litre emergency fuel box for collection from one of our depots.
20 litre emergency heating oil drums
If you cannot wait for an emergency heating oil delivery and you need only a small amount of fuel, our Peak Energy depots in Belper and Chesterfield stock 20 litre emergency heating oil drums for collection, called a Kerosene FuelBox. It can be used in oil-fired boilers and AGA range cookers and has a shelf life of 2 years. It is in a UN approved 20 litre bag in a box system, making heating oil readily available should you need it quickly.
Kerosene FuelBox
In addition, the FuelBox contains a specially formulated additive system, achieving outstanding performance over conventional home heating oil.
- Improves fuel combustion
- Reduces sludge build-up
- Maximises system efficiency
- Fast, efficient and easy-to-use
- Protects against metal aging
- 2 years shelf life
Why choose Peak Energy as your oil supplier?
- Over 50 years of experience
- Family owned local oil supplier
- Personal approach
- Supplier of premium grade fuels
- Competitive prices
- Emergency home heating oil deliveries
- No commission on fuel
- UKIFDA accredited supplier
Risks involved in running low, or out of heating oil
An empty heating oil tank will not cause any damage to your boiler as there is a built-in safety mechanism to prevent this. However, as oil levels decrease, the fuel filter is put at risk of being clogged as a result of sludge (which has accumulated in the tank over time) passing through the fuel lines. An engineer will need to visit to replace the filter, which can potentially result in additional expenses.
It is also possible for your boiler to fail to light after the delivery has been made, as a result of an air lock. This occurs when air is drawn with oil through pipes, due to low levels of fuel. The boiler bleeding process will get fuel flowing again, but it can be a time consuming and messy task which is why you may need to contact a heating engineer to remove the airlocks. To prevent this from happening, it is best not to allow oil levels to drop below ¼ of the tank capacity.
Ways to prevent running out of domestic oil in the future
Domestic oil consumption can dramatically rise as the temperature drops which is why it is essential to know how much fuel you are using. Although the emergency heating oil delivery can quickly get your heating system back on, it is usually a bit more expensive when comparing to other delivery slots. For those who want to prevent running out of heating oil in the future, here are a few things to consider:
- Order in advance – order heating oil in advance, for example, during summer time. You are also less likely to need an emergency heating oil delivery as ordering large quantities of oil should keep you warm throughout the winter.
- Routine oil level checks – regular oil checks using a simple dipstick can provide you with a better understanding of when you should plan your next delivery.
- Tank monitor – an alternative and more convenient solution to a dip stick is to install an electronic gauge to your fuel tank. Peak Energy offer Apollo Smart gauges for the most accurate readings.
- Oil monitoring service – the most reliable way of ensuring you never run out of heating oil is to use our Peak Signalman and automatic oil top up service.