Oil Central Heating

Oil Central Heating the energy efficient solution If you are not connected to mains gas, oil central heating is the perfect solution. And it is not just a case of neccesity is the mother of invention. For most of the past decade oil has been significantly cheaper to run than any fuel other than mains gas, and remains cheaper than bulk LPG or bottled gas and, in most circumstances, than electricity or anthracite. (Electricity can be the most cost-effective option for smaller homes and flats.) The number of Lincolnshire homes with oil central heating systems is growing, as more houses are being built in villages away from the gas main.

Is oil less friendly to the environment?

A modern high-efficiency oil system can provide an environmentally acceptable alternative, especially for homes that are not connected to the gas main. As with all heating systems, regular servicing will help the boiler burn more cleanly and efficiently, and it is important to match all boilers to modern central heating controls.

Many people are concerned by the threat of Global Climate Change, and are keen to reduce their personal emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), the main gas contributing to this effect. Official figures from the UK's Department for the Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (Defra) indicate a carbon content for domestic heating oil (kerosene) of 0.24kgCO2 per kWh, compared to figures of 0.214kgCO2 per kWh for LPG and 0.19kgCO2 per kWh for gas. However these figures are for gross calorific values, and a typical "A" rated condensing oil boiler achieving 95% efficiency would be responsible for around 5% more CO2 in use. Equivalent gas condensing boilers are a little less efficient, reducing the carbon penalty for oil systems to less than 10% compared to LPG and around 20% for mains gas.

But is it safe?

Here at Steve Russell we recommend that all oil-fired systems are fitted with an automatic shut-off in the event of fire. This will prevent a fire spreading to the external oil tank. Most tanks are now made of plastic and so are easy to maintain. There are also very comprehensive regulations to which Steve Russell strictly adheres to and in most instances exceeds. All boiler installations are required to conform to Part J of the Building Regulations, and oil-fired systems should also meet British Standard BS 5410.

Additionally as an Oftec registered supplier and installer we can provide peace of mind as well as a fuel storage solution for all situations and pockets. At Steve Russell, we put your satisfaction first. All our work is guaranteed and nothing less than your complete satisfaction with our work is enough.

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