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What is the importance of a vent pipe and whistle?

As oil is pumped into a heating oil tank from your fill pipe, it displaces air. The air flows out of the vent pipe, which causes the whistling sound. When the vent pipe stops whistling, this indicates to our driver the tank is full. In most cases, that is true,

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Fall weather, a favorite at Hillside

Personally speaking, Autumn is the best season. Let\’s make it a worry-free season. As cooler temperatures approach, it’s time for all of us to start thinking about heating our homes. One of the ways Hillside can help guarantee you comfort is through our automatic delivery program. With automatic deliveries, you

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Fuel tank empty?

Fuel tank empty? An incentive to never let that happen again. The house was quickly cooling, and the “hot” tap water was stone cold. In the cold of winter, an icy shower would be unpleasant. I couldn’t understand it. And then the repairman explained it to me: “You’ve run out

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Here comes the cooler weather!

Cooler weather is coming – be ready. I bet you thought we would say, “Winter is coming.” With the cooler weather just around the corner, here are a few tips on getting your heating system ready. Check and, if needed, change your air filters. A dirty air filter will diminish

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Happy Labor Day from Emmy Lou & Hillside!

As a reminder, Hillside will be closed Labor Day Monday, to spend time with our families. Emergency service for our maintenance plan customers will still be addressed, but our office will be closed. Have a safe and wonderful Labor Day Weekend!

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Leaking Heating Oil Tanks Can Be Serious

The consequences of a leaky heating oil tank can be quite serious. Some extremes are environmental damage, personal health and safety, fines, and the cost of cleanup. Homeowners insurance, as you may know, makes homeowners responsible for upkeep and maintenance. Homeowners insurance does not pay for things like worn out

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Proudly Serving New Castle County, DE, Cecil County, MD and Southern Chester County, PA.

302-738-4144 (DE & PA) 410-398-2146 (MD)

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