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Claim This BusinessAcorn Oil Co. has been keeping Rhode Island homes warm since 2003, delivering heating oil and maintaining comfort systems across Providence County and the southern coastal communities around Rumford, Foster, and Coventry. With 173 verified five-star reviews and a perfect 5.0 rating, this locally owned contractor has earned a reputation for consistent on-time deliveries and knowledgeable service technicians. Their Rumford office at (401) 724-3498 handles scheduled maintenance, emergency repairs, and automatic delivery accounts for residents who prefer not to worry about running low during winter months.
What distinguishes Acorn Oil from regional competitors is their commitment to rapid response, especially during weather emergencies. The company offers same-day delivery windows that reviewers consistently praise, with one customer reporting a 20-minute arrival when the technician was already in the area. Their annual maintenance program is specifically designed to reduce fuel consumption by up to 10%, translating to meaningful savings over a heating season. The business also facilitates Rhode Island energy rebates and participates in package deals that combine oil delivery with HVAC maintenance and water heater services.
Customer stories from the past year reveal the hands-on expertise behind those perfect ratings. When Maria Pease's oil tank developed a leak during an approaching snowstorm, technicians Jeff and Craig completed a full tank replacement and brought her piping up to code within 24 hours, avoiding a dangerous heating gap. During a separate winter storm that knocked out heat for a grandmother and granddaughter, James navigated hazardous roads to restore warmth, earning effusive thanks from the homeowner Arielle Feinstein. These named technicians represent the face of a company that reviewers repeatedly describe as caring, professional, and genuinely invested in customer welfare.
All five-star reviews emphasize speed and reliability, with three specifically mentioning same-day or sub-30-minute delivery times during emergencies. Five reviewers named individual technicians (Jeff, Craig, James) and described personal interactions that went beyond standard service calls. No reviews mention pricing complaints, while multiple reviews cite the team's willingness to explain systems and answer questions about heating infrastructure.
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| ThursdayToday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–3 PM |
Scheduled and automatic delivery of heating fuel, with same-day and emergency delivery options available throughout their service area.
Installation and replacement of home heating boilers, including new equipment selection and professional setup.
New furnace installation services for home heating systems, with equipment options for various heating demands.
Removal and installation of new oil tanks, including code compliance updates for piping and fixtures.
Cooling system installation and replacement for summer comfort, covering air conditioning units and components.
Installation of water heating systems for domestic hot water needs, including traditional tank-style heaters.
Scheduled tune-ups designed to optimize system efficiency and reduce annual fuel consumption by up to 10%.