We are finally enjoying typical New England winter temperatures. (Looks like the battery in that thermometer will need to be replaced soon.)
The heating oil company schedules deliveries using a computer program that tracks each day’s temperature and compares it to a customer’s past usage. The tank has always been refilled during the winter when it’s just under half full.
A month ago I said, “Now that I’m being billed the same amount every month year-round, I’m not worrying about the cost of each oil delivery, or the thermostat settings. They’re set to 70 degrees all day and 65 at night. So, yeah, I’m burning a lot more oil, but enjoying the comfort level.”
This is the result on a very cold morning. I’ve never seen the tank get so close to empty.
I called and the word is the indicator shows about 30 gallons (out of 250) remaining in the tank. I was told daily consumption in this weather is 2-3 gallons. They have me scheduled for delivery tomorrow.