Home Heating Oil – Oxfordshire

We supply home heating oil throughout Oxfordshire (It’s also known as burning oil, kerosene or boiler fuel). Any necessary additives can also be included with your delivery.

Our regular top-up service is very popular and takes away the risk of running out due to a faulty gauge. It also avoids forgetting to order and, in particular, having to wait at busy times such as Christmas or when temperatures suddenly drop!

If you do suddenly discover you’ve run out, though, just call us; we try to get to our heating oil Oxfordshire customers within 24 hours, and sometimes manage the same day.

Finally, we offer a variety of payment options, including a monthly standing order that avoids a big annual bill. Sharing a larger delivery with neighbours can also bring the cost down

If you have a question or need help, please ask us.

Why choose us for Home Heating Oil?

Established in 1988, Akerman & Niece Ltd is a local, family-owned and run business.

What makes us different is friendly, reliable, “old-fashioned” service, in addition to the basics: quality oil at sensible prices.

In summary, you can trust us. We take a personal interest in looking after customers, whatever their needs may be and whenever they arise. Please contact us for a quote.

“Always super helpful and friendly. Price competitive. Go above and beyond to give speedy delivery if you are in urgent need. Highly Recommended.” S Morgan

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“It is always a pleasure to deal with this company. Helpful, polite and extremely efficient. I ordered oil and it came within a couple of days. If only I had found them when we first moved in and I wouldn’t have had to put up with their very useless competitors.” Sarah Foreman

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“Highly recommend this brilliant company. We have been using them (and only them) since we moved to the area 28 years ago. Very efficient, friendly, helpful and prompt. If you ring them, they are more than happy to help with your questions and when I ordered heating oil this week on Tuesday lunchtime it then arrived less than 24 hours later. Thank you to all the team that make this company work in the fantastic way that it does. Very much appreciated.” Joanna Carlisle

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Brilliant company to deal with. Friendly, helpful and efficient. We have a difficult access issue and their driver manages an ingenious access route to ensure we are topped up! We have used them now for two years and wouldn’t think of going anywhere else. Malcolm Allsop

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“We moved in to a freezing cold house on 28th Dec ’24 as we’d inadvertently let our oil tank run dry but Nick returned my voicemail almost immediately (on a Sunday), was very reassuring and by 10 am the next morning we had a full tank of oil and soon after (once I’d bled it!) central heating again. Fantastic service.” theholygrail64

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“Have used A & N for years, good quality heating oil. May not be the cheapest, but you won’t get any boiler issues using it, unlike other suppliers. Their delivery time is always good, don’t expect same day delivery, if you ran out yesterday. Plan ahead for best prices.” Rob

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“They are an EXCELLENT company! Knowledgeable and always ready to help. Best in the area without a doubt. I’ve been a customer for many years and they gave never let me down.” Joy Dansett

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“Very helpful, well worth the 5 stars (6 if I could!) I’m a boiler engineer (used to have 5 delivery tankers so I know what’s what!) and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!” David Pickering

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“Great service, can’t recommended them enough for prompt friendly service.” Roger Coy

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“Competitive price and quick delivery. Very friendly delivery driver, despite difficulties getting into the drive due to snow.” James Hind

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“Always reliable and always friendly and prompt. That is what really counts.” Charles Campion

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“Great service, recommended.” Rob Dawson

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Frequently asked questions about Home heating oil

What is home heating oil?

Home heating oil is a liquid fuel used in oil-fired boilers to heat homes and provide hot water. It is commonly used in rural areas of the UK where properties are not connected to the mains gas network. The most common type used in domestic properties is kerosene, often called 28-second oil.

What type of heating oil is used in the UK?

Most domestic oil boilers in the UK use kerosene, also known as 28-second oil. This fuel burns cleanly and efficiently in modern boilers and is the standard fuel supplied for residential heating systems.

How does an oil heating system work?

An oil heating system stores fuel in an external tank. The boiler draws oil from the tank, burns it to generate heat, and uses that heat to warm water which circulates through radiators and hot water systems in the home.

How much heating oil does a home use?

A typical UK home uses between 1,000 and 2,500 litres of heating oil per year depending on the size of the property, insulation levels and how often the heating is used.

How often should a heating oil tank be filled?

Most households order heating oil two or three times per year. It is recommended to refill your tank when it drops to around one quarter full to avoid running out during colder weather.

When is the best time to buy heating oil?

Heating oil is often cheaper during spring and summer when demand is lower. Prices tend to rise during autumn and winter as more households rely on heating.

How long can heating oil be stored?

Heating oil can usually be stored for up to two years if it is kept in a clean, sealed tank. Proper tank maintenance helps prevent contamination and ensures the fuel remains usable.

What happens if you run out of heating oil?

If your tank runs dry your heating and hot water will stop working. After refilling, the boiler may need to be reset or the fuel line bled to remove trapped air.

Do oil boilers need servicing?

Yes. Oil boilers should be serviced once a year by a qualified OFTEC engineer. Regular servicing improves efficiency, reduces fuel consumption and helps prevent breakdowns.