Conversion
It is not impossible to convert an Oil burning furnace to Natural Gas. There are kits that are available for some oil furnaces, and you may which to discuss this option with an HVAC professional. However, it is generally not cost effective to perform the conversion, when compared to buying a new Natural Gas furnace.
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Replacement
Most homeowners will find that replacing their Oil burning equipment with new Natural Gas burning equipment is the more economical choice. To do with work with an HVAC professional to replace a furnace as you would if you were simply replacing an old Oil burning furnace with a new Oil burning furnace. Your HVAC professional will be able to work you through the process.
Oil Tank Removal/Remediation
Once all of Oil burning appliances have been removed from a home New Castle County requires that the oil storage tank be removed or remediated.
Above Ground Oil Tank Removal
An outdoor above ground Oil tank can be drained of oil and hauled away. Your HVAC professional will be able to work with an environmental firm that does this type of work.
Basement Oil Tank Removal
An unused basement Oil tank will need to be drained of oil and removed as part of a furnace replacement. It may be possible to cary the tank out in one piece. If basement renovations since the tank was installed have made this impossible the tank will be cut open and carried out in pieces. Your HVAC profession will be able to work with an environmental firm that does this type of work.
Buried Oil Tank Remediation
Good news, this does NOT require a back-hoe! The State of Delaware allows a buried Oil tank to be drained and filled. Your HVAC professional will be able to work with an environmental firm that performs oil remediation to drain the tank and properly fill it.