Ilex Eco Heating Systems

01/06/2026

Many people assume local suppliers set the price, but heating oil costs are mainly driven by global fuel markets.

Heating oil is made from crude oil, but its price can also be affected by demand for other fuels, shipping costs, and world events that disrupt supply. This means prices can sometimes increase faster than the oil prices you hear about on the news.

The good news? Prices don't only go up. When supply improves and markets settle, costs can come back down too.

A few ways to stay in control:
✅ Order before your tank gets too low
✅ Compare quotes from trusted local suppliers
✅ Keep your heating system serviced for better efficiency
✅ Look into energy-saving controls and upgrades
✅ Check whether local support schemes are available

Heating oil prices are influenced by global markets, and local suppliers are usually responding to those changes rather than causing them.

Information sourced from Oil Installer website.

20/05/2026

New research released today found that over half the nation—more than 18.2 million—are risking their safety by turning to unregulated goods and illegal or unqualified tradespeople in a bid to save money.

Gas work carried out by someone unregistered is illegal and potentially dangerous. Remember to always check your gas engineer is Gas Safe registered.

What to know more? Read the full news story here: https://bit.ly/438oiOg

08/05/2026

Flues are essential for your boiler to function correctly and keep you safe, so it's vital to ensure your property's flue is clear from any obstruction. For more information and tips on staying gas safe at home, go to bit.ly/HomeGasSafety.

22/04/2026

The government has now released its long awaited Warm Homes Plan, setting out its plans for the future of heating across the UK.

The focus is on improving energy efficiency and making homes cheaper to run, alongside a gradual move towards low carbon heating like heat pumps. A big part of the plan is also aimed at supporting lower income households and tackling fuel poverty, with funding and schemes to help those most in need upgrade their homes.

One of the key points is the heat pump target, now set at 450,000 installs per year by 2030. This is down from the previous 600,000 by 2028, showing a slower and more realistic approach to the rollout.

Guidance shared via Gas Safe Register makes it clear this is a long term plan, not a sudden change. Gas boilers are still very much part of the picture while homes gradually improve their efficiency.

For Somerset, where many properties are older or rural, this kind of approach is more practical. It allows for upgrades to happen properly, rather than pushing solutions that may not suit every home.

Overall, it’s about long term improvements, better efficiency, and more support for households who need it most.

16/04/2026

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08/04/2026

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Jason has just completed a boiler service on this Worcester Greenstar Heatslave II oil combi boiler - keeping homes warm, safe, and running efficiently.

If you haven’t already, don’t forget to book in your boiler service!

📞 Give Jason a call on 01278 783411 to get yours sorted today.

05/04/2026

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09/03/2026

Everyone needs a hug sometimes... even your boiler. 🔧❤️

Jason's here to give your boiler the love and attention it needs to keep running smoothly.

If you think your boiler could do with a hug, give Jason a call on 01278 783411.