This is a question you hear quite often in the air conditioning business. What Temperature should I keep my AC? In truth, there are many different opinions and people all have different personal preferences. But, in this article, we will share what the energy experts say is your ideal setting to balance comfort and cost efficiency.

The U.S. EPA program called Energy Star suggests that 78 degrees is that perfect temperature. They suggest this temperature for when you are home and awake. But they suggest you have a programmable digital thermostat that will adjust the settings when you are away from home.

The following are the set points that they suggest:

• 78° F when you’re home.
• 85° F when you’re at work or away.
• 82° F when you’re sleeping.

They also say that you’ll save 3 percent on your air conditioning costs for every degree you raise the temperature. For many folks this temperature is way too high and they will pay the extra money to stay cool and comfy.

They suggest other tips such as during a heat wave, avoid using appliances in your home that produce heat. This would include things like your clothes dryer, iron, oven and dishwasher. If you air conditioner is having trouble battling the blaze on a 95 degree day, help it out by skipping laundry and cooking in the oven for a few days.

If you are installing an AC for the first time hire a professional. The money you pay them to figure out the right unit for your living space will save you plenty of money in the long run. A new unit, with a well programmed thermostat will save you hundreds of dollars per year.

You can get away with having higher temperature when the humidity is lower. But, when the weather is very humid the higher temperatures can become unbearable. My personal preference is between 75-77 degrees in the summer. In the winter I can deal with 70 degrees in my home. Again, it is all personal preference and everyone’s body runs at a slightly different temperature.

When you’re using heating oil for your home, then you want to make sure you’re choosing the right company to work with. When you do, you can feel much more confident being able to obtain the highest quality in heating oil by using Heating Oil Company in Lynchburg, but also the best service out there. With their help, you can have that heating oil in no time, so no one has to worry about being cold in the winter months.

Your Local Heating Oil Company

Trust in your local heating oil company to come out and provide the services you need. With quality care, as well as a family owned business; you know that they actually care about their customers and want to make sure that they’re happy with the level of service that they receive. These locally owned and operated companies provide their customers with much more than heating oil. They provide them with satisfaction, with quality oil and with care. Continue reading ‘Why Trust in a Local Heating Oil Company in Lynchburg, Virginia’ »

The owner of Sterling Oil would like to thank customers for voting in Reader’s Choice News and Advance and the Lynchburg Living Magazine for being voted best oil company as Sterling gears up to celebrate 35 years of business.  He appreciates the hard work and dedication from all of the employees and most of all the love and support of his family. (for entire pdf click here)

We are celebrating 35 Years!

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The readers of Lynchburg Living have voted in their annual “Best Of Lynchburg Readers’ Choice Contest” and have voted Sterling Oil best in their category. We are proud of this award and to serve The Greater Lynchburg area and Surrounding Counties.

The award announcement can be seen in the editorial section in the January/February 2017 issue of Lynchburg Living.

Check out our very own Donna Beeler Hensley at the School Supply Drive for Delegate Scott Garrett at the Lynchburg Wards Road Walmart.

June 11, 2016 – 6:30 pm EST

Place: Kirkley Hotel on Candlers Mountain Road

Our very own Donna Beeler Hensley was presented an award at an event hosted by The Honored Committee Whitehead Media Ventures and the Event Sponsors. The Award is for Business/Service. Donna was one of 12 people to be awarded that night at this prestigious tuxedo event.

The event itself was The 4th Annual Recognition of Community Service, Scholarship and Journalism.

Donna says about the event: “My family and I had a wonderful time and just feel so blessed and honored to be a part of it and to be a part of the Greater Lynchburg Area and Surrounding Counties.”

You can see more images of the night below:

If your home is not properly winterized, it will be like throwing money out with your heat.  Snow and below freezing temperatures are the norm during Lynchburg, VA winters.  A few simple and easy preparations can save you a lot of money on your heating bill.  You may even be able to make it through the winter on just one tank of heating oil and Heating Your Home.

Places You Lose the Most Heat

Doorways and windows are the places where you will lose the most heat.  When you run your hand along the frame, do you notice a draft or change in temperature?  Replace worn out weather stripping with new, inexpensive rolls and for around $10 a door.   Continue reading ‘Ways to Save Money When Heating Your Home this Winter’ »

An improperly working oil tank can cost you hundreds of wasted dollars.  Whether you are buying a new home or have an older pump that seems to be going through oil faster than it usually does, an inspection can tell a lot.  It is important to have your heating oil storage tank regularly maintained and inspected to ensure you will not only be getting what you pay for, but also to avoid costly repairs and lost oil.

Locating the Tank

It is important to determine if your home has an above ground storage tank (AST) or an underground storage tank (UST).  If you are purchasing a new or new-to-you home through a mortgage lender, they could deny your loan until proper inspection is completed.  They may deny it all together given the bad reputation of UST.  Even if your tank is above ground, it could still be leaking or have faulty parts.  Lynchburg is known for having some of the richest history in our nation and that means older establishments that need to be regularly maintained. Continue reading ‘Inspections for Oil Tank’ »