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if you have a basement you can employ a gravity fed day tank with outdoor oil tank or an indoor storage tank.
oil pumps typically have a relief valve that sends oil not needed by the orifice back to the storage tank.
in many climates this is sufficient to keep the oil warm enough to flow
kerosine added to oil will make the oil flow on colder days
kerosine is more expensive than any heating oil
an indoor oil storage tank or a smaller indoor reserve tank (day tank) is more common in the colder climates.
so the benefit is a short term patch or crutch or bandage to a heating system improperly designed for the climate.
coal is cheaper than oil and harder to pump but is often used in the coldest climates
(energy density * fuel cost) + cost of fuel handling equipment = energy cost
over long term fuel handling is lowest factor
sawmills are powered by sawdust
What else can I help you with?
Can you put kerosene in a home heating oil system?
The only time you should place kerosene in a heating system is if it is designed for kerosene.
Can you mix kerosene and home heating oil in an oil furnace?
Kerosene and home heating oil can be mixed in a oil furnace. Kerosene is thinner than heating oil. Mixed together will make the furnace burn cleaner.
Can kerosene be used as home heating fuel?
Kerosene should not be used as a home heating oil unless the unit is designed to do just that, kerosene may be used in a small amount to inhibit gelling of fuel oil during extremely cold weather.
What is the difference in colour between kerosene and home heating oil?
Kerosene is typically clear or slightly yellow, while home heating oil is a dark reddish-brown color due to added dye for identification purposes.
Can you mix kerosene with home heating oil without harm to furnace or contaminating home heating oil?
Mixing kerosene with home heating oil is generally safe and commonly done to lower the viscosity of the oil for better burning. However, it's essential to ensure that both fuels are of similar quality and compatibility. Consult with a professional to determine the appropriate ratio to avoid any potential harm to your furnace or home heating system.
Can you mix kerosene with home heating oil without damage to furnace or contaminating home heating oil?
Yes you can; According to "FlashOffRoad" "Kerosene is routinely added to home heating oil, in large quantities. The furnace doesn't know, or care. The furnace oil pump does not have the same clearances (they are more crude, greater clearances, lower pressure...) and the kerosene won't hurt them. Most will (and often do) run on straight kerosene--here in NH, if the oil tank is outside, the mix will be either 50/50 or straight kerosene. Kerosene doesn't have the same heat values either, you won't get the same amount of power from a gallon of kerosene as from heating oil, or diesel fuel." See full article for more detail <http://flashoffroad.com/Diesel/DieselFuel/about_diesel_fuel.htm> Personally though, I wouldn't add more than 10 gallons per 275 tank full just to be safe.
Can you add kerosene to your home heating oil tank to help clean out the sludge?
I just had a service technician clean my burner in preparation for the winter. I showed him a product I had purchased at Home Depot called Hercules fuel oil sludge treat. It comes in a one quart container and you put a pint in for a 275 gallon tank just before a delivery. The technician said you would be better off adding one gallon of kerosene prior to the delivery. The kerosene burns hotter and is a higher grade of fuel than home heating oil. He said it would probably do a better job than the sludge treatment product and costs less.
Can home heating oil be substituted for kerosene in a kerosene heater if your furnace isn't working?
No way hosea! Is it possible if you have the right setup. It all depends on what type of furnace you are using Not without causing further problems - in mobile home furnaces especially. Using heating oil in a smaller system can result in clogged nozzles and filters causing the system to malfuntion or even worse OVERHEAT causing fire danger. Also straight kerosene won't gel in colder temperatures like heating oil will
Can you use kerosene instead of home heating oil in an oil furnace?
no one available to adjust can it be used fo a short time or what could happen
Where can I find out about heating my home with an electric furnace?
I am looking for a new and efficient heating system in my home and it has been suggested to me that I might benefit from getting an electric furnace. Where can I find out more information about them?
Can I buy furnace oil at Home Depot?
Home Depot carries a lot of things and may very well carry the oil you need for your furnace. They also carry kerosene and other fuels for heating.
What precautions can be taken with home heating elements in preventing CO build-up?
Not using a gas oven or stove to heat the home; not burning charcoal indoors; making sure there is good ventilation if using a kerosene heater indoors.
