As the calendar changes and summer turns to fall, homeowners know that winter is coming.
If you’ve ever waited too long to fill your home heating oil tank, you know how stressful and expensive it can be. When cold weather hits, heating oil prices shoot up, and suddenly you’re scrambling to get a delivery at a reasonable price.
The truth is, heating oil prices often spike when the temperatures drop. But there’s a better way: Fill your tank before winter hits to save money and avoid the last-minute rush.
And thanks to Fewlr, it’s easier than ever.
Why Do Heating Oil Prices Spike in the Winter?
According to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), prices for heating oil rise the most during cold weather. In Connecticut and across the Northeast, shipping costs and limited heating oil suppliers make it worse. Four main factors drive these winter spikes:
High Demand. From October through March, homeowners may burn 850–1,200 gallons of heating oil. This surge pushes prices higher.
Global Market. Prices for heating oil shift with worldwide supply, demand, and geopolitical events.
Competition. Areas with fewer heating oil suppliers tend to see higher prices than places with more options.
Emergency Premiums. Ordering when you’re close to running out of oil often means paying extra for same-day or next-day delivery.
Fortunately, there is a better way.
The EIA also notes that heating oil prices tend to be lower in the fall, which is just before peak heating season begins. Filling up in October or early November lets you:
- Get a better price before the winter oil prices surge.
- Avoid delivery delays during storms or holidays.
- Reduce your stress when temperatures start dropping.
How Fewlr Makes Home Heating Oil Delivery Easy
If you’re still waiting for temperatures to drop and winter to officially arrive before you fill your tank, don’t! Prices are already starting to creep up, and as soon as the cold hits, so will the surge in demand, which only makes prices spike more.
Fewlr makes it easy to get a great price for home heating oil in Connecticut during any month of the year. This service is free to use and doesn’t require a commitment or contract like automatic oil delivery often does. Simply, download the Fewlr app today to check heating oil prices near you. Order in the app and get great pricing from local oil companies by using Fewlr. You’ll watch the price drop as oil companies give their best price. It’s easy, secure, and affordable.
Fewlr is a local, family-owned company based in Tolland, Connecticut, and we know how unpredictable Connecticut winters can be. That’s why we created a smarter, more transparent way to buy heating oil. Our patent-pending platform is designed specifically for homeowners who want a better deal and a better experience.
Instead of calling around or relying on outdated pricing, Fewlr simplifies the process.
- Open the app and tap “Check Current Price.”
- View the maximum price in your area.
- Submit your delivery request with just a few taps.
- Watch as local oil companies compete for your business.
- Get your oil delivered fast (often within 24 hours) at no surcharge.
There’s no commitment, no contract, and no phone tag. Just reliable heating oil delivery from local companies.
Whether you’re out of town, at work, or just busy juggling life, Fewlr aims to help homeowners manage their oil deliveries and avoid winter price surges. For more information about our approach to home heating oil, check out these FAQs.
