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Construction heater specials

2011-12-15T16:00:00.002-05:00

Holden Oil has a limited supply of propane fired L.B. White construction heaters available while supply lasts! The LB White line of heaters has proven over the years to be a rugged and dependable heater able to withstand the rigors of the construction site.

LB White Tradesman 100 $259

LB White Tradesman 155 $397

As always we have a full selection of propane tanks in stock. 20 pound, 30 pound, 40 pound, 50 pound, 60 pound and 100 pound cylinders. Our propane refilling station is open all year round and we are ready to help keep you warm while on the job site.

If you are running a big job site, we have many years of experience meeting temporary heating needs all over north east Massachusetts. Holden Oil can provide your site with everything from 100 pound cylinders to 1000 gallon liquid service tanks. We stock all the needed equipment to install liquid or vapor service heaters. Call us today!

Oil Line Law takes effect October 1

2011-10-01T10:31:00.002-04:00

Massachusetts has a new law to address oil leaks from home heating systems (Chapter 453 of the Acts of 2008, as most recently amended in 2010). This law has two major provisions that require:
• the installation of either an oil safety valve or an oil supply line with protective sleeve on systems that do not currently have these devices; and
• insurance companies that write homeowner policies to offer coverage for leaks from heating systems that use oil.
Most homeowner policies do not currently include such coverage, leaving many to pay for costly cleanups out of their own pocket. Although it is mandatory that insurance companies make this coverage available by July 1, 2010 to homeowners whose systems are upgraded, the insurance is an optional purchase.

Who must take action?
Owners of 1- to 4-unit residences that are heated with oil must already have or install an oil safety valve or an oil supply line with a protective sleeve. Installation of these devices must be performed by a licensed oil burner technician. Technicians are employed by companies that deliver home heating oil or are self-employed. It is important to note that heating oil systems installed on or after January 1, 1990 most likely are already in compliance because state fire codes implemented these requirements on new installations at that time.
Who is exempt?
Homeowners are exempt from taking these leak prevention steps if:
• the oil burner is located above the oil storage tank and the entire oil supply line is connected to and above the top of the tank OR
• an oil safety valve or oil supply line with protective sleeve was installed on or after January 1, 1990, AND
• those changes are in compliance with the oil burning equipment regulations; a copy of the oil burner permit from the local fire department may be used to demonstrate compliance.

Why comply?
Not only is complying with the new law required, it makes good financial and environmental sense. Homeowners who take these preventive measures can avoid the disruption and expense that can be caused by heating oil leaks. A leak may result in exposure to petroleum vapors in your home. If the leak reaches the soil or groundwater beneath your house, then a cleanup must be performed to restore your property to state environmental standards. Leaks that affect another property or impact drinking water supply wells can complicate the cleanup and increase the expense. Each year, several hundred Massachusetts families experience some kind of leak.
What will an upgrade cost?
The typical cost of installing either an oil safety valve or oil supply line with a protective sleeve ranges from $150 - $350 (including labor, parts, and local permit fees).
What could it cost to cleanup a leak?
The cleanup cost for a "simple" leak can be as much as $15,000. In cases where the leak impacts the groundwater or is more extensive, the cleanup costs can reach $250,000 or more.
What kind of insurance is available?
To be eligible for the new insurance coverage, homeowners must ensure that their oil heating systems are in compliance with the new law. Homeowners who have been certified to be in compliance with (or exempt from) the leak prevention measures qualify to purchase insurance that:
• provides "first party coverage" of at least $50,000 for the cost of cleaning up a leak to soil, indoor air, or other environmental media from a home heating system at the residence itself and reimbursement for personal property damage, AND
• provides "third party coverage" of at least $200,000 for the cost of dealing with conditions on and off the insured's property because the leak from this system has or is likely to impact groundwater or someone else's property. The coverage also includes costs incurred for legal defense, subject to a deductible not to exceed $1,000 per claim.
What should I do next?
• Determine whether you have had an oil safety valve or new oil supply line with protective sleeve installed since January 1, 1990. If you have, your permit from the fire department for the installation can be used to document your compliance. You can request a copy from the fire department if the permit is on file, or a licensed oil burner technician can certify that status on a form.
• If you do not have an oil safety valve or oil supply line with protective sleeve in place, have one or the other installed and certified. Either contact your oil delivery company to ask if they employ a licensed oil burner technician or find a service person in your area. Holden Oil employs licesed technicians.
• Consider buying insurance coverage for the cleanup of a leak.
o Determine whether your existing policy provides oil leak coverage.
o If it does not, consider calling your homeowner insurance agent to amend the policy to include this coverage.

If you have questions about your oil line, Call Holden Oil at 800-698-8888.

Here comes Irene!

2011-08-26T10:29:00.002-04:00

Hurricane Irene is fast approaching and we are here to help in any way. Both Propane Gas and Diesel Fuel are available for generator fueling and we have been running around the North Shore the last few days topping off tanks at places ranging from Hospitals to Fire departments to regular homes to help our customers prepare. Call Holden Oil for delivery of fuel to keep your generator running.

Please remember that if your if your heating oil or propane gas fired appliances get wet, have a service person check them out before attempting to use them. Water will damage the controls and can create a safety issue. If your oil or propane gas tank is damaged or in danger due to the storm, please contact us as soon as possible. We have propane tanks in many locations that have already been secured but the fury of nature is very unpredictable. If you have concerns, please call us.

2011-07-12T15:49:00.002-04:00

At this time of year, we frequently are asked what we think the price of heating oil is going to be this winter. My honest answer is no one knows. Heating oil, gasoline, and diesel fuel are now a financial instrument traded by speculators causing huge swings in wholesale prices every day. The prices of these products are determined more by hedge funds and investment houses than they are by supply and demand.

The Easy Pay budget program for the 2011-2012 season will be rolled out on August 1. We estimate your annual consumption and use the US Department of Energy projections to estimate your heating expense and break it into monthly payments beginning in August and continuing until June. The last few years we have had to adjust the monthly payments both up and down to reflect the actual cost of fuel during the year. If you have any questions or concerns on the EASY PAY BUDGET, please give us a call.

What happened to the warm weather?

2011-06-13T15:02:00.002-04:00

It is the middle of June and here we are with long sleeves and sweatshirts! The heating season is supposed to be over but many people are turning on the propane fireplaces to take the chill off. Don't let the cool water of your pool keep you from swimming- Let Holden Oil help you keep swimming with a pool heater.

The Easy Pay Budget plan for Heating oil and propane ends this month with settlement statements having been mailed out on the First of June. The new Easy Pay Budget will start in August as it does each year. If you have been on the plan in the past year, we will automatically calculate your new plan. If you have not been on it and wish to be, just give us a call in the office.

The Easy Pay Budget is a way of spreading out your heating oil or propane gas payments out over eleven months. We estimate your usage based on the past several years and we estimate what your cost for the year will be based on government predicitions of the average cost of oil or propane. It is an inexact science and that is why some years we have either asked you to lower or raise your budget payments during the year with the hope that the final June payment will be as close to your actual balance as possible. Do not hesitate to call us if you have any questions.

Memorial Day is Grilling Time!

2011-05-26T11:52:00.000-04:00

The weather has finnally warmed and now it is time to get out those propane gas grills and start cooking! Holden Oil's propane gas filling station is open 7 days a week during the summer to get your tanks full for the grill or the RV.

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Earth Day

2011-04-26T09:57:00.000-04:00

Holden Oil was represented in the Riverfest-Earth Day celebration on the Rose Kennedy Greenway in Boston last Friday. We helped man the Bioheat booth and explain the benefits of bioheat and biofuels from an oil dealers prespective. There were thousands of people and great music!

On Saturday April 30th, Holden Oil will be displaying a Dixie Chopper propane powered commercial lawn mower at the Peabody Green Fest being held at the Peabody Community Life Center on Central Street. Propane powered mowers and lawn equipment are environmentally friendly and are very economical. Come on down to see what is considered the best propane powered mower on the market along with other displays of environmentally friendly products offered by North Shore companies.

Equipment Rentals

2011-04-18T16:29:00.000-04:00

Rental bills for Propane tanks and equipment have been sent out, as they have for over twenty years. The rental allows Holden Oil to maintain, and replace when needed, your propane tanks and regulating equipment. Just as the electric utility and the natural gas utility charge a minimum fee each billing cycle to keep you connected to the grid, Holden Oil must insure a minimum return from the very expensive equipment that is provided. We have worked to keep the rental charges among the lowest in the industry, despite the huge increases in the cost of the equipment.

End of another winter

2011-04-04T16:09:00.000-04:00

Yes, even us heating guys are ready to head into spring! With the snow this weekend, you get really antsy for the grass to start growing and the trees to bud out. In the oil and propane business, a system called degree days is used to help figure out how much fuel oil or propane you consume. If this year seems as though you may have used more than last year, you probably did because that is what the degree days are telling us. From September 1 until March 31, there has been roughly 4.25% more degree days than last year. For the average home in the northshore area, that amounts to about 35 gallons more heating oil consumed. Unfortunately, the price of heating oil is just about one dollar per gallon higher than last year and propane is about thirtyfive cents higher so that increase in consumption feels even worse.

2011-02-01T12:44:00.000-05:00

Please remember the oil or propane man! That is the wish of the drivers responsible to get heating oil or propane gas to your home. As we continue on with this record setting snow pace, more and more oil fill pipes and propane tanks are becoming virtually unreachable. The drivers do their very best to make every delivery possible and we understand when someone is unable to clear a path for the driver but if at all possible please help the driver by shoveling.

The last cold snap clearly showed the advantage of purchasing a better grade of diesel fuel for your truck. Holden Oil customers avoided fuel related problems when the temperature dropped below zero. Holden Oil supplies a superior grade diesel fuel formulated for cold weather performance.

Portable heaters to beat the chill

2010-12-22T13:34:00.000-05:00

As the temperature drops, working in an unheated space becomes very difficult. Holden Oil has construction heaters in stock to help spread the warmth and increase your comfort. In our Peabody office, we have propane torpedo style L.B. White heaters in stock. We also have convection style salamander heaters that require no electricity.

If you already have a heater, we always have a large assortment of portable propane cylinders- from the common 20 pound grill size cylinder to to the larger 40, 50 and 60 pound cylinders. Our propane refill station is open six days a week in the winter to help keep you warm.

Diesel Fuel for the cold weather

2010-12-13T11:04:00.000-05:00

Not all diesel fuel is created equal. As we get into the cold weather, the differences become even more apparent. Water is the bane of any fuel. As the temperature changes, condensation forms on the inside of fuel tanks, both vehicle and storage. In situations where the fuel turns over slowly, water can build up over time. It is important to drain water separators on fuel filters and and to make sure there is no water build up in the bottom of storage tanks. The cold filter plugging point of diesel fuel is one of the most important indicators of winter operability. Diesel with a lower cold filter plugging point is more expensive but it is very important if you want your trucks to run on those cold days.

Holden Oil sells only premium diesel- diesel with additives to insure stability and needed lubricity needed in today's engines with Ultra low sulfur fuel. Our storage tank turns over DAILY. We also buy diesel fuel that has a cold filter plugging point lower than what is predicted in the near future- as of today we are using diesel with a cold filter plugging point of 5 degrees F. By paying attention to these details, you can have confidence you are getting a quality product at a competitive price.

High Efficiency Mobile Home Heating

2010-11-18T14:44:00.000-05:00

For those customers of Holden Oil that are in Mobile Homes, ThemoPride- one of the best names in furnaces- has developed a 95% efficient replacement furnace powered by propane gas. This is nearly a 20% increase in efficiency compared to most of the furnaces in use now on the North Shore. Holden Oil has been installing these units for the past year and the ThermoPride Furnaces have proven to be extremely reliable. These units are great for replacement of an existing older propane or kerosene furnace.

Efficiency is the name of the game in heating equipment. Whether you are looking to upgrade an oil boiler or furnace heating your whole home or just a propane space heater, new high efficiency heating units can pay for themselves through energy savings in no time. Holden Oil's team of technicians are ready to help you with all your heating needs. Heating Oil, Propane, Kerosene, Bioheat- what ever you use, we can help you find the right heating equipment for your specific need.

2010-11-02T15:42:00.000-04:00

People often ask how safe propane gas cylinders are. We try to explain how rugged they are but sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words...

Thankfully, no one was seriously hurt in the accident that occured two summers ago. In the picture the propane tank is supporting the full weight of the car but the only damage to the tank was scratched paint. We did remove the propane tank from service and sent it to a testing facility and it was found to be structually sound. We never really did figure out how the car ended up in the yard where the tank was located.

Propane Incentives

2010-10-19T08:41:00.000-04:00

A new rebate program has been introduced by the Propane Gas Association of New England that can help make the installation of new propane gas equipment even more affordable. Holden Oil, as a member of the association, can help qualify you for a rebate of $300 for the installation of a new propane gas hot water system or $500 for a new propane hot water and heating system. These are only available to customers who are converting systems from another fuel source.

Holden Oil can work with you to meet all your Propane Gas, Heating Oil, Diesel Fuel or equipment needs. Be sure to call our office today!

propane odorant issue

2010-09-03T08:28:00.000-04:00

On September 2, 2010 Holden Oil was informed of a possible problem with odorant of propane gas that was delivered from the DCP/ Gas Supply Resources terminal in Westfield, MA throughout the Northeast. It was determined by the Massachusetts State Fire Marshalls office that some loads of propane delivered between May 1and September 1may not have been injected with the proper amounts of odorant called ethyl mercapitan.
On September 2, 2010 a State Police officer under the direction of the Massachusetts State Fire Marshall came to the Holden Oil storage terminal in Essex to physically check the odorant level in our three thirty thousand gallon storage tanks. The trooper and two separate Holden Oil employees verified the strength of the odorant and found that it rated very strong.
Holden Oil is very concerned with the safety and the comfort of our customers and, as a normal practice, verify the odorant with a smell test each time a truck is loaded. If you are unsure of the smell of propane or you are unable to detect the odor of propane, we recommend that you purchase a gas detector for your residence.
If you have received a delivery between May 1 and September 1 and feel that you need to verify the gas odorant at your residence, Holden Oil will provide this service free of charge during regular service hours.
If you have had a portable cylinder filled since May 1, you may bring it to our yard and we will demonstrate the odor to you at no charge.

Budget Season

2010-07-29T13:44:00.000-04:00

August brings the new budget season for heating oil and propane gas customers for the coming year. The EASYPAY budget levels out your heating oil or propane expenses over 10 equal monthly payments and one final settlement payment in June. We base your estimated heating expense on an average of your past three years consumption of heating oil or propane gas and the governments projection of heating oil or propane prices.

The EASYPAY budget allows you to plan your expenses and not worry about a big bill in the middle of the winter. Holden Oil can even include your Heating Equipment Service Policy in the EASYPAY budget. If you are interested in enrolling in the EASYPAY program, call Holden Oil today!!

Tom's Tanks

2010-07-09T15:58:00.000-04:00

Tom's Tanks, a part of Holden Oil being operated by Tom Holden, will deliver propane gas grill cylinders throughout the Northshore area. If you are uncomfortable driving your dirty propane gas grill cylinder in your car, contact www.tomstankexchange.com to get a full replacement propane tank brought right to your home!

You can also visit our Propane Pump Station partners to refill your tank yourself.
Holden's Mobil Peabody
Tony's Mobil Gloucester
Building Center Gloucester
Smith Hardware Rockport
Wolf Hill Ipswich
Knight Oil Salisbury
Manchester Hardware Manchester
Pearson's Hardware Byfield

Summer Happenings

2010-07-09T15:36:00.000-04:00

A great deal has been happening regarding legislation that affects the heating oil business. The Massachusetts state law that required oil lines to be upgraded if they did not meet current code by July 1, 2010 has been extended for another year. We have been making every effort to inform our customers if they do not comply and we are able to provide certification for your insurance company if you do comply. The insurance component of the law- requiring homeowners insurance companies to offer pollution coverage in case of a spill or leak is still in effect.

The Biofuel mandate in the state of Massachusetts that required all fuel delivered to contain a biofuel blend has been postposed indefinitely. Questions remained on the ability of the industry to meet the mandate and maintain the needed quality controls. Also in play was the US Congress has not extended the Biofuel blenders tax credit that expired in February. The one dollar per gallon tax credit given to biofuel producers was a huge incentive that is now gone.

Pool heaters

2010-03-29T18:36:00.000-04:00

Spring is fast approaching, and for most of us this means more time spent outside. At Holdens, we offer a range of products that can help enhance your time in your outdoor space. Our popular propane-fueled mosquito traps are a safe and effective way to reduce the pests that can limit your outdoor time.

Our unpredictable summers often limit the amount of use you can get out of your pool. A propane-powered pool heater can change this. A pool heater is a great investment that can enhance your enjoyment in addition to extending your season. Thinking of adding a spa or hot tub? Call our office and talk to us about how we can make your outdoor space work better for you.

bioheat

2010-03-17T09:33:00.001-04:00

After a long winter, spring seems to finally be making an appearance! While our crews have been busy cleaning up from the aftermath of the recent windstorm, we all welcome the warm temperatures and are looking forward to summer.

As you consider your heating options for next year, you may be considering switching from traditional oil heat to our B5 Bioheat biofuel. Bioheat is the brand name of a fuel blend that contains 95 percent traditional heating oil and five percent “biosolids.” Biodegradable and nontoxic, these biosolids are made from plant products, such as soy, grown in the United States. B5 Bioheat actually burns more cleanly than traditional oilheat and has no negative impacts on existing equipment.

A product that contains only five percent biosolids and 95 percent traditional oil may not seem like a huge change—but the cumulative impact can be great. American farms can grow the plants that produce these biosolids, and a five percent reduction in oil use can lead to great environmental and economic effects.

The biofuel industry continues to grow and new advances are helping to create fuels that are more efficient. Please contact our office with any questions you may have about making the switch!

2010-01-21T15:03:00.000-05:00

We hope you are staying warm and enjoying the sunshine after a snowy few weeks! Dangerously cold temperatures and unpredictable weather should serve as a reminder to always make sure your equipment is well-maintained and that you have adequate levels of fuel.
Recently, ExxonMobil announced that it is expanding its efforts into research and development of algae biofuel, which is seen by many as the next generation of biofuel. This technology, which uses fuel produced by photosynthetic microbes, is seen as advantageous because algae require minimal land space and are highly productive, with the potential to yield up to 2,000 gallons of fuel per acre per year of production. The fuel can be processed into a product with a structure very similar to the conventional oil we use today. In the future, this may be a widespread and viable technology.
At Holden Oil, we are always looking for new ways to "green" our business and provide the most environmentally responsible products possible. We currently provide B5 bio fuel, a product comparable to conventional oil, for home heating delivery.
Also, you may not know that propane is listed by the U.S. Clean Air Act as an approved clean fuel because it is clean-burning and does not pollute the air. In addition, propane is nontoxic and will not harm soil or water.
If you have any questions about bio fuel or any of our other products, please contact our office. Our team strives to stay well-informed so we can provide Essex County and the surrounding area with the latest, most efficient and responsible technology.

Happy New Year!

2010-01-21T14:40:00.000-05:00

Coming into the winter, temperatures are plummeting and a major snowstorm is predicted. In this dangerous weather, it is important to ensure that your heating system is well-maintained and has an adequate level of fuel. Automatic deliveries are one way to prevent running out of fuel; call our office for more information. For all customers we provide 24-hour emergency fuel deliveries.
2009 has been a tough economic year for many of us. As the nation looks to recover from the recession, small businesses are an extremely important component of the local economy. Small businesses employ half of the nation's private-sector workers and are vital parts of the local community. Holden Oil has been a proud member of the North Shore business community since 1924 and we strive to provide excellent customer service into the next decade.
Wishing a happy and warm new year from our family to yours!

2009-10-15T16:54:00.000-04:00

The cold weather has come rolling in and now is the time to get those heating systems up and running. Our technicians and our delivery crew are ready to get the products to you when you need them.

Oil prices have begun to rise as the cold weather has settled in. October last year was a month of steep declines in oil prices. So far this year, we have seen some price increases, however we are still over sixty cents below this same time last year.

Why is the price rising? We have record inventories of heating oil and propane gas and the consumer demand is down. One of the major factors of the increased price right now is the weakness of the dollar against the other currencies.

Holden Oil personel recently hosted the Essex Fire Department at our Propane Gas storage facility for a tour of the operation and an exercise of our on site safety equipment. It is always a pleasure to work with this professional and enthusiastic group.

2009-09-25T14:32:00.000-04:00

It is back to school season for Holden Oil as well as the kids. Holden Oil employees have been busy keeping up to date on the latest changes and developments to better serve our customers here on the Northshore. We pride ourselves in keeping our employees educated in the latest developments in the Heating, Fuel oil, BioHeat and Propane fields. In the past month, employees have attended seminars on subjects including the handling and servicing of BioHeat systems, updates on the latest law changes on fuel oil lines, accident prevention and best practices in both the heating oil and the propane fields.

We have embarked on a televison advertising campaign to help spread our message of "treating you like a neighbor." Be sure you mention that you have seen our adds when you call.

Remember that you have the option of receiving regular heating oil or a B5 Bioheat blend at the same cost. Call the office to request the B5 bioheat for your next delivery.

2009-09-03T10:12:00.000-04:00

It is back to school season in the Holden Oil delivery area. Cool fall weather is already beginning to move into the Northshore area. With the cool weather comes the need to make sure your heating system is ready for the season- heating oil or propane systems all require periodic maintenance to insure safety and efficiency.

Holden Oil has a number of products available for delivery everyday to your business or construction site.

Off Road Diesel for construction vehicles and generators
Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel for on road vehicles

Diesel products are available in bulk deliveries or vehicle deliveries.

Propane Fork lift cylinder deliveries
Small propane cylinder delivery for caterers and industrial users
Propane Bulk and cylinder deliveries for temporary heating projects

Call Holden Oil for any of your Oil, Propane or Bio Fuel needs. Be sure to call us if we can help you in any way.

EZ PAY program

2009-08-18T14:13:00.000-04:00

The summer heat is here in force but the cold winter weather is coming soon. August is the month to get on Holden Oil's EZ PAY program to even out the cost of heating oil or propane gas to heat your home or business. Holden Oil can set up a payment plan so that you make even payments from August until June. Payments can be set up to be drafted from a bank account, charged to a credit card or you can pay by check. You receive the same prompt pay discount for the EZPAY program as you would by paying for each delivery within 10 days.

It is important to make sure your heating oil or propane gas system is tuned up and ready to provide you with safe efficient heat this winter. Our technicians are ready to meet your heating equipment needs.

New Oil Line laws

2009-07-28T09:33:00.000-04:00

The Massachusetts legislature recently passed a new law (Chapter 453) which requires upgrades to heating oil lines in residential heating systems. This law requires that all heating oil lines must be upgraded before July 1, 2010 if they are in direct contact with a floor surface and do not meet certain specifications. The law requires:1. the line be encased in a continuous non-metalic sleeve; or 2. an oil safety valve be installed to manufacturers specifications; or 3. employ other release prevention measures approved by the state's Board of Fire Prevention Regulations. The law also requires insurance companies to offer pollution liability coverage to homeowners in case of a leak.

Many homes are already in compliance but a great deal are not. It is very important that your heating oil line be upgraded if it is not in compliance. Our heating oil Technicians have been providing information to customers for several years now and recommending upgrades but now it has become law. Through the Tanksure program that we participate in, your oil tank and line are thoroughly inspected and evaluated during your annual maintenance visit and you are informed of needed work.

Contact Holden Oil for any information you may need on Heating oil, propane gas, bio heat.

Heating Oil and Bioheat

2009-07-14T16:30:00.000-04:00

Heating oil prices are now more than 50% less than last year at this time- what a difference a year makes. Did the wild prices of last year help pull down the economy or did the slumping economy help pull down the prices? Probably both.

Holden Oil is looking closely at the different alternatives for those who want some type of price protection plan for this coming winter. There has not been much interest expressed so far after the success of not having a price protection plan last year. I would welcome any views that you may have.

Bioheat- a blend of heating oil and biodiesel made from waste vegetable oils and animal fats- is available and being delivered by Holden Oil on a daily basis throughout the Northshore and Essex county. Bioheat is compatible with your existing heating equipment, burns cleaner and costs no more than regular heating oil. Call today to get set up with clean, renewable bioheat by Holden Oil

2009-07-07T14:49:00.000-04:00

Fourth of July celebrations are over and we are still waiting for the first extended blast of warm weather and sunshine. Don’t let the chill stop you from swimming- heat your pool! The pool heating experts at Holden Oil can help you enjoy your pool despite the dreary weather by installing a propane pool heater.

Have you ever run out of propane gas while grilling a meal? Holden Oil can supply you with a number of solutions to keep the cookout a success. Our propane refill station is open everyday during the cookout season to provide quick and convenient refills. We stock propane gas cylinders at very competitive prices so you can always have a spare propane cylinder on hand. If you have a propane gas system on your house or pool, we can install a “grill box” to just plug in a special hose and eliminate the trip to visit us. Let Holden’s keep your grill cooking.

Holden Oil Improvements

2009-06-23T16:15:00.000-04:00

Even with the economy in the doldrums, we at Holden Oil are investing in the future to better serve you- our customers. If you are reading this, you are seeing the first of our new online blogs on our updated web site. We welcome any comments you may have.

We just completed upgrading our underground gasoline tanks at our Peabody, Mass. gasoline station. This project was done proactively- the tanks were changed before we had any problems and before we were legally required to do so in order to insure that we are operating in the best manner possible.

Holden Oil is also finishing up construction of our expanded facility in Essex, MA. We have added both indoor and outdoor work space to our existing 90,000 gallon propane storage facility located on Scot’s Way. The new facility will greatly enhance our propane gas operation capabilities.

First Post

2009-06-11T13:41:00.001-04:00

Holden Oil is a provider of quality fuel and service. We supply propane gas, heating oil, diesel fuel, equipment, and also serve as a gas station. Since our beginnings in 1924 as Holden's Filling Station, things have certainly changed. But one thing that hasn't changed, at Holden Oil we still treat you as a neighbor. We strive to provide a personal approach to business that seems to have gotten lost in this age of consolidation. We are always available to answer any question and will always do our best to meet your needs.