Shocking spike in fuel prices

Dear Customers, On October 5, OPEC announced it was slashing production by two million barrels a day. Within just three days, our suppliers increased the cost of heating oil by 70 cents per gallon. That’s right, 70 cents per gallon. This is not just impacting heating oil. Expect natural gas, electricity, gasoline and propane to […]

What Is Industrial Heating Oil?

Is industrial heating oil right for your business? The term industrial heating oil is often used interchangeably with commercial heating oil, but either way, the focus is on what heating oil can do to help your business succeed. Whether you’re a small business or a large facility, if you’re in Staten Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Bronx, […]

Bioheat Fuel vs Heating Oil

10 Facts You About Biofuel that Might Surprise You If you’ve lived through a few Staten Island winters, you know that heating oil is the smartest way to heat your home. It’s because heating oil has a higher BTU output per gallon. That means it will warm up your home faster than other types of fuels. […]

Can Your Furnace Replacement Wait Until Next Year?

Why wait to upgrade your furnace when you can save now? As much as we’d like them to, furnaces don’t last forever – especially older models that are a decade or more past their prime. But if your heater needs to be replaced, can you get away with waiting until next year? Moreover – should […]

End of Summer Air Conditioning Tips

Set your AC up now, for success next season Summer may be wrapping up, but the heat is still going strong! It makes sense that you may not be thinking about preparing to power down your AC just yet. Fall temperatures will be here before we know it, though, and you’ll want to begin prepping […]

How Payment & Pricing Plans Fight Fuel Cost Spikes

A price-capped budget plan is a smart idea this year! The price of heating oil and other fuels has increased in recent months, and we know that type of unpredictability can wreak havoc on a budget. That’s why we offer options to protect our budget-conscious customers. Read on to learn more about how we can […]

The Benefits of Grilling With Propane

Propane Tank Delivery Makes It Easy! You’ve heard how great propane grilling is from family, friends and neighbors – now it’s your turn to take the plunge. If you’re ready to say goodbye to firing up a hot stove in your sweltering kitchen this summer, read on to learn more about how you can enjoy […]

Propane BBQ Tanks Delivered Right to Your Home

Another Smart Solution: Propane Delivery & Small Cylinder Exchange Hopefully, you already know that from heating to cooling to plumbing, Rucci has the knowledge and experience to provide you with smart solutions for your home needs. But now, we’ve added one more wise idea for stress-free backyard cooking on your propane gas grill. We call […]

Understanding the Heating Oil Market & Price Fluctuations

Fuel Price Spikes Can Be Distressing, But You Can Depend on Rucci Heating oil, gasoline, and the many other products derived from crude oil are beholden to its price spikes on the global market. This is just what happened when Russia invaded Ukraine, causing crude oil prices to soar to over $100 per barrel for […]

How Long Is My Heating Oil Good For?

Heating oil lasts longer than you think Heating oil has more longevity than you might expect. In fact, it lasts for up to two years, provided it is stored properly. There are a few factors that can impact your stored heating oil’s quality, though. Read on to learn some helpful tips for making sure your […]