C&L Fuel heating oil delivery truck on a snowy, overcast day, with its delivery hose run across a snow-covered yard

Automatic Heating Oil Delivery

Ask about automatic delivery. It takes the guesswork out of ordering heating oil: one less thing to remember.

Mon–Fri 9–5 · Our phone is answered 24/7.

How automatic delivery works

We keep track, so you don’t have to

Instead of checking the gauge and calling, you let us schedule your deliveries. We schedule your deliveries based on the weather and how your home uses oil.

  1. Call to sign upat 215-785-6161.
  2. We set up your accountfor automatic delivery.
  3. We deliverWe deliver 7 days a week during the winter months.
Why households switch

Why households choose automatic delivery

  • No gauge checking You don’t have to go down to the basement or out to the tank to see how much is left.
  • No call to remember One less thing on the to-do list in a busy winter.
  • Helpful if you travel You don’t have to arrange an order before you leave.
  • Winter coverage We deliver 7 days a week during the winter months.

Automatic or will-call?

Automatic delivery

You don’t have to watch the gauge or remember to call. Good for busy households, people who travel, or anyone who’d rather not think about it.

Will-call

You order when you want fuel, online or by phone. Good if you like to decide each time.

Budget Plan

Budget Plan: More Manageable Monthly Payments

Our Budget Plan starts in July. It uses automatic delivery, and your heating oil payments are broken down into more manageable monthly payments.

Call 215-785-6161 to sign up or to ask about the Budget Plan.

Where we deliver

Ask about automatic delivery for your town. Check your town on the Heating Oil page or Service Areas.

Delivery day

A few things that help on delivery day

  • Keep the path to your oil fill pipe clear, especially after a snowfall.
  • Make sure the fill and vent pipes are easy to see and not blocked by plants or storage.
  • If anything changes, like a new gate, a pet in the yard or a new tank, call 215-785-6161 so your account stays up to date.

Automatic Heating Oil Delivery FAQ

Questions we hear

Does automatic delivery mean I can never run out?
Automatic delivery is designed to keep you from having to think about it, but no system can promise you’ll never run out. If you’re ever low or out, call 215-785-6161. Our phone is answered 24/7.
How do I pay for automatic deliveries?
You can pay online, and our Payment Options page lists the ways to pay.
Is automatic delivery the same as the Gold Plan?
No. Automatic delivery is how your oil gets scheduled. The Gold Plan is a service plan built around automatic delivery; the plan page explains what it includes.
How do you know when to deliver?
We schedule your deliveries based on the weather and how your home uses oil.
Can I switch from will-call to automatic?
Yes. Call 215-785-6161 and ask about automatic delivery.
Can I still call if I need oil sooner?
Yes. Call 215-785-6161. Our phone is answered 24/7.
Is automatic delivery available in my town?
Ask about automatic delivery for your town. Call 215-785-6161 or check your town on Service Areas.
Who can I talk to about my account?
Call 215-785-6161. Our office is open Mon–Fri 9–5.
Do you deliver 7 days a week?
During the winter months, yes. We deliver heating oil 7 days a week during the winter months.
Can I order online?
Yes. Will-call customers can order heating oil online any time with the Order Heating Oil button, or call 215-785-6161.
What if my burner stops after a delivery?
If your burner has locked out, don’t press reset. Call us at 215-785-6161.

Ready for one less thing to remember?

C&L Fuel heating oil delivery truck at the curb with its delivery hose run to the house
Our phone is answered 24/7.
Mon–Fri 9–5