As temperatures drop, heavy fuel oils thicken. Planning stock for the cooler months is less about buying more and more about making sure what you hold stays usable.
In this issue
- Why viscosity matters more in winter
- A quick tank-heating checklist
- Ordering ahead without over-stocking
Why viscosity matters more in winter
Furnace oil and LSHS have to reach the burner at the right viscosity to atomise properly. In colder weather, unheated lines and tanks let the oil thicken, which shows up as poor flame, more soot and higher consumption.
A quick tank-heating checklist
- Confirm tank and line heaters are working before the first cold spell.
- Check that outlet temperature matches your burner manufacturer's recommendation.
- Drain water from tank bottoms regularly — condensation increases as nights cool.
Ordering ahead without over-stocking
Share your expected monthly consumption with us and we will plan deliveries around it, so you hold enough to run safely without tying up storage and cash in excess stock.
Need a winter supply plan? Send us an enquiry with your grade and monthly volume, and our team will get back to you.
