Business Details
Reliable Home Heating Oil and Fuel Delivery Services
Shaffer Oil has been a trusted provider of essential fuel services for over eight decades. As a fourth-generation family-owned business, we serve residential and commercial customers across Cambria County, Somerset County, and surrounding areas of Pennsylvania. Our core offerings include home heating oil, on-road and off-road diesel fuel, and gasoline delivery, with specialized services like LIHEAP assistance for low-income families and budget payment plans to ease seasonal costs.We prioritize automatic delivery systems to prevent fuel shortages, supported by temperature-tracking software for precise scheduling. With offices in Windber and Somerset, we combine modern efficiency with decades of community-focused service, offering senior and quantity discounts while adhering to strict regulatory standards for fuel distribution.
Services
Home Heating Oil
Diesel Fuel
Gasoline Delivery
LIHEAP Assistance
Budget Payment Plans
Highlights and features
- Fourth-generation family-owned business serving Pennsylvania since the 1930s
- Certified LIHEAP vendor providing energy assistance to qualifying families
- Budget payment plans to manage seasonal heating costs with no enrollment fee
- Automatic delivery system using temperature-tracking software for precise scheduling
- Senior citizen and bulk purchase discounts available on all fuel products
Associations and certifications
- LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)
Services
Home Heating Oil
Shaffer Oil provides high-quality home heating oil with automatic delivery options across Cambria and Somerset Counties. Our temperature-tracking software ensures timely refills to prevent shortages. Residential customers benefit from budget payment plans and senior discounts while maintaining consistent heating during cold months.
Diesel Fuel
We supply clear on-road diesel and dyed off-road diesel for vehicles and heavy equipment. Strict compliance with federal regulations ensures fuel quality for trucks, farm machinery, and industrial operations. Delivery services support businesses requiring reliable fuel access in central Pennsylvania.
Gasoline Delivery
Gasoline delivery services operate from our Somerset location, catering to commercial, agricultural, and private users. This service eliminates the need for station visits, providing direct fuel delivery to properties for equipment, generators, and vehicle fleets during peak operational periods.
LIHEAP Assistance
As a certified LIHEAP vendor, we help low-income families access heating cost assistance through Pennsylvania's Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. This initiative provides grants to qualifying households while offering weatherization support and emergency repair funding.
Budget Payment Plans
Our no-fee budget plans spread heating oil costs over 11 months, starting in July. Monthly payments are calculated from historical usage patterns, ensuring predictable expenses without compromising access to competitive market pricing throughout the heating season.
Questions
What areas do you serve for heating oil delivery?
We deliver heating oil to Windber, Somerset, Johnstown, Davidsville, Boswell, and all areas of Cambria and Somerset Counties in Pennsylvania.
How does automatic heating oil delivery work?
Our automatic delivery system uses temperature tracking and usage history to schedule refills before you run low, ensuring uninterrupted heating during cold months.
Can I get assistance paying for heating oil?
Yes, we participate in Pennsylvania's LIHEAP program, which provides energy assistance grants to qualifying low-income households for heating costs and weatherization.
Do you offer payment plans for heating oil?
We provide 11-month budget plans with no enrollment fee, spreading heating costs evenly from July through May based on your historical usage patterns.
What fuel types are available through your service?
We supply home heating oil, clear on-road diesel, dyed off-road diesel, and gasoline (from our Somerset location) with delivery options for residential and commercial customers.
Are there discounts for senior citizens?
Yes, we offer special pricing for senior citizens on heating oil and diesel fuel purchases to help reduce energy costs for qualifying customers.
