Oil Burners

Two types of oil burners are used to produce heat in a warm-air, hot water, and steam heating systems for the home.

• The most common is the pressure, or gun-type, burners
• Vaporizing, or pot-type, burner is used only in small furnaces.

Most oil burners run for years with few problems. For maximum efficiency, call in a professional every year to service your burner. Check a pressure-type burner regularly during the heating season and clean it as necessary. Most problems with vaporizing burners are best left to a professional.