Comfort Line - Spring/Summer 2018
Jan 03, 2018
This question and answer segment updates the tank coverage available through the Pro-guard Program.

Jan 03, 2018
This question and answer segment updates the tank coverage available through the Pro-guard Program.
For over 25 years, Hart & Iliff has offered a winter price protection program for our heating oil customers. Initially, we offered both a fixed price and a capped price program. In the last few years, we transitioned away from a fixed price, because it offers no downside protection, if the price drops. Even though it’s been clearly disclosed, each time prices drop during the winter, customers are extremely unhappy about being locked in at a higher price. For example, during the 2014/2015 heating season prices dropped $1.40 per gallon during the winter. This could easily happen again this winter.
Unsurprisingly, we’ve received calls about two connected issues—the surge in fuel prices and supply concerns. Russia is the world’s third largest oil producer, generating approximately 11% of total world production. The Russian invasion of Ukraine shocked the energy markets, sending crude oil to record territory and spiking all energy prices. We saw increases from our heating oil suppliers of more than $1.50 per gallon in less than a week! People are also concerned that there will be interruptions in supply that will cause them to run out of fuel. You can count on the fact that Hart & Iliff will not let you run out of oil. We have been in business for more than 130 years and have very strong relationships with suppliers and financial institutions.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine shocked the energy markets, sending crude oil to record territory and spiking all energy prices. We’ve had increases from our heating oil suppliers of over $1.50 per gallon in less than a week!
These are unsolicited comments received from Hart & Iliff customers.
"Very pleased since I have been with Hart & Iliff. Was with a previous company for 20 years and never felt as comfortable as I am now, with your service."
"Thank you for your help and assistance during the past 20+ years. Your technicians have always been super and always available when the situations arose."
"Everyone involved with your company has been wonderful. Being a business owner I am very impressed!"