Having your oil tank bunded is one of the safest ways to store your heating oil at home. It’s also important to take into consideration the positioning of the tank, fire regulations, local building regulations and maintenance of the tank.

If you have never lived in a home with oil-fired heating then there may be a number of things you might not know to check for. We’ve put together a list of things you should check when purchasing a new home that uses heating oil.

The ever-changing prices of heating oil can be confusing and unpredictable, naturally, we want to buy our heating oil at the cheapest price possible. There are many factors that influence the price of kerosene so when is the best time to buy it and what are these influencing factors?

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From 1 April 2022, rebated diesel (known as red diesel) and rebated biofuels will no longer be allowed to be used as they are currently.

Last week we were busy fuelling #COP26 held at the SEC Centre in Glasgow with HVO, the greener diesel alternative.

It’s essential to ensure your tank is fit for purpose during the winter months. Not only could a damaged tank mean you are left without heating or hot water in your home, but it can also cause environmental pollution.

Nobody wants to live in cold damp conditions, especially during winter. Unfortunately, this is the case for thousands of people across the UK who struggle financially to heat their homes

Red diesel, gas oil, 35-second oil, tractor diesel, can differ in grade depending on the season. A winter and a summer blend is used to prevent problems with machinery during colder weather.

We understand paying for your heating oil can be quite a large expense for your home, that’s why we have come up with some tips you can do to keep costs down.

Summer nights are slowly drawing in and temperatures are dropping, this means for many of us, we will be turning on our heating within the next few weeks. We advise all our customers to prepare ahead of the cold weather, ensuring that there are no problems with your heating system at the time you need it the most.

If you’re looking to install an oil tank on your property then you will need to decide between a plastic or steel oil tank. To make life easier, we’ve listed a few of the main pros and cons for each material below.

Motorists and shoppers have been urged not to panic-buy fuel and goods as the shortage of lorry drivers hit supplies.

Now that it’s officially Autumn, it’s important to make sure your fuel tank is in good condition so you don’t go cold this winter.

If your heating oil tank is damaged or old, you might be wondering how to good about removing it from your home.

At James D Bilsland we find that it is important to prioritise vulnerable and elderly customers in severe weather conditions.

Having your oil tank bunded is one of the safest ways to store your heating oil at home. It’s also important to take into consideration the positioning of the tank, fire regulations, local building regulations and maintenance of the tank.

Ordering heating oil for the first time can be confusing to someone who has previously used on-grid heating or moving into their very first home. If you are new to heating oil there is no need to worry, we work hard to make the transition as stress-free as possible.

You don’t want to be caught off guard when you turn on your thermostat and no heat comes on in the winter. Check for these signs that your boiler needs servicing so you can do it now before the weather turns cold.

With fuel prices on the rise, farmers should be looking for ways wherever possible to make savings on their farms. Read on for 5 tips on reducing your tractors fuel consumption.

The wet and cold conditions in winter, or the warm days and cooler nights in spring and summer, can cause issues inside your tank. These changes increase the chance of your fuel being contaminated with water, particulates and bacteria. Each of these can cause damage to the fuel system and machinery.

This week is #NetZeroWeek2021 - a recognised government & industry event to raise awareness on how we can reduce carbon emissions to combat climate change.

Connecting up your patio gas bottle can be confusing for someone who hasn’t used one previously. Read our simple guide on how to set up your new patio gas bottle so you can have that BBQ or patio gas heater up and running in no time.