History of Oil Heat
Who would have thought that the petroleum or “rock oil” the Native Americans used for medicinal purposes could become the vital fuel that it is today! The production of oil is responsible for a significant percentage of the world economy, and its industrial usage is so vast that it affects all of us. For eons, people have understood the benefits of petroleum-based products. Whether used for building, preserving, heat, light or medicine, petroleum has played a significant role in furthering civilization and industry.

It is said that as early as 3000 BC, Mesopotamians used petroleum — literally, “rock oil” — in architectural adhesives, ship caulks, medicines, and roads. Read more about the history of oil heat here.

Did you know …
In 1883, the most prolific oil field in Pennsylvania, the Bradford Oil Field, produced an incredible 83% of the U.S.A.’s total oil output. Today, Pennsylvania still produces oil. According to the Department of Energy, in 2001, Pennsylvania produced 1.6 million barrels of oil, and it’s proved reserves were 10 million barrels, ranking Pennsylvania 23rd in the nation in this category, and accounting for less than 1% of U.S. crude oil reserves.

Many Central Pennsylvania homeowners do not know the truth about Oilheat ... which is why we are here to tell you the straight facts about Oilheat and why so many people depend on it for satisfying home comfort.

It’s simple…Homeowners can rely on today’s Oilheat for cleanliness…safety…and efficiency. It’s no wonder 40% of homes in Central Pennsylvania rely on Oilheat to provide satisfying warmth!

Oilheat is Efficient – the Oilheat industry is hard at work to create the most technologically improved heating equipment. The result: heating systems now have efficiency ratings of 90% and over! These modern oilheating systems actually burn less fuel; whereas in 1973 it took 1,294 gallons to heat a home, now it only takes 833 gallons

Oilheat is Economical – If you compare the price of Oilheat to the Consumer Price Index – which represents the average prices consumers pay on a wide range of products – from the early 1980s to the present, Oilheat has increased about half as much. When you adjust for inflation, Oilheat costs less than it did in 1980!

Oilheat is Safe – Oilheat does not pose a health hazard for you, your family or property. Heating oil will NOT explode; a match dropped into heating oil will go out as if it were dropped into water. To light on fire, heating oil must be heated above 140 degrees F and vaporized.

There are over 50 oil producing countries, and the U.S. is not dependent on any one country or region for its supply; therefore, Oilheat customers have tremendous petroleum reserves to rely on. Oilheat is non-toxic, non-carcinogenic and biodegradable and does not pose a threat to the environment should a storage tank experience a release. Oilheat provides dependable service from a local supplier that knows you and your heating system. Oilheat customers are satisfied customers. According to heating oil industry research, 95% of Oilheat users are satisfied with their dealer’s overall performance and feel they do a good job delivering oil and servicing heating equipment.

Don’t forget the comfort and reliability of oil when you do your research. Discover the benefits of oilheat today!