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Modern oil heat makes a
convincing case
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(NC)-The fuel used to heat your new home is a personal choice, so
don't hesitate to request exactly what you want from your builder.
"In a lot of instances, new homes are automatically built with
the intent of heating with natural gas and without input from the homeowner,"
says Dave Frittenburg, president of the Canadian Oil Heat Association (COHA)
Ontario Chapter. "Homeowners should know that they have options when it comes to
their heating fuel, and that oil heat is considered a premium choice for
comfortable, efficient heat."
According to COHA, oil heat offers homeowners a safe, dependable,
environmentally friendly and economical alternative to other home comfort
options.
"With oil heat, homeowners also take advantage of a competitive
market," Frittenburg continued. "You choose the supplier that best meets your
needs and enjoy a quality product with personal and dependable service."
Oil heat can also save homeowners money and frustration when it
comes to hot water. When compared to electric versions, oil-fired water heaters
can save homeowners hundreds of dollars a year in energy costs.
"And for large families with teenagers, there will be no more
running out of hot water in the morning," Frittenburg explained. "Oil-fired
water heaters boast half the recovery time of electric models and are also
faster than natural gas water heaters."
Oil is a modern heating choice and has evolved considerably since
the 1970s. The industry has reduced burner emissions from 10 pounds to 7 ounces
per 1,000 gallons burned, and reduced sulphur content. Oil is also 95 per cent
cleaner than it was in 1973.
With regard to oil heat appliances, sophisticated microprocessor
controls and the revolutionary flame retention head oil burner mean precise,
virtually noise-free operation. Combustion venting technologies result in
flexibility and savings, according to COHA, and since most oil heat appliances
can be vented through the basement wall, conversions or upgrades are fast and
affordable.
While some homeowners may be concerned about having an oil tank
in their basement, Frittenburg says on-site storage is one of the biggest
advantages of heating with oil. Significant progress has also been made to make
oil storage tanks safe and secure with innovations such as double-wall
fibreglass tanks.
"In addition, with no need to worry about natural gas pressure
drops and pipeline breaks, electrical outages, on-site storage gives homeowners
added peace-of-mind," he said.
More information is available online at
www.todaysoilheat.com
and at www.coha.ca.
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