How to Compare Home Heating Oil in Northern Ireland

Cold winters in Northern Ireland may require lots of home heating.

Northern Irish oil heating companies deliver to houses every fall when temperatures drop. Due to online comparison websites and easy access to company websites, prices are more transparent than ever.

Comparison Websites

There are a few online comparison websites dedicated to home heating oil companies in Northern Ireland. These can give an idea of which companies are the best value. Be mindful that comparison websites may not have the most up-to-date information.

Ring Around

A list of home heating oil delivery businesses and their phone numbers can be found online or in the phone book. Considering heating oil costs about £220 per 500 litres ($338 per 110 gallons) as of September 2010, it may be worthwhile calling around. After all, as winter comes around again, oil has to be reordered and you will be familiar with the companies next year.

Bulk Buying

When comparing prices, take into account the fact that 900 litres of oil may be much cheaper than buying one lot of 500 litres of oil, running out in December, and having to top up. If your house regularly eats more oil than expected, a bulk buy may be a cheaper outlay.

References

• Cheapest Oil: Home
• Cheapest Heating Oil: Home
• XE: GBP to Dollars
• Metric Conversions: Litres to Gallons