Written on: July 28, 2025
With the intense heat and high humidity levels we have been experiencing lately, choosing how to pay to keep your house affordably warm next winter is probably the furthest thing from your mind right now.
But taking a little time to find the answer to that question now can really pay off later by giving you more predictable heating oil payments all year long.
That’s because one phone call or email is all it takes to request enrollment in Westmore’s EvenPay monthly payment plan. About 50% of our customers choose this payment option because it guarantees predictable heating fuel payments and can cut your winter payments in half. Depending on when you enroll, we can even out your payments for as many as 11 months.
For maximum convenience, most EvenPay customers also choose AutoPay, which lets you pay your bill automatically from your bank account or via credit card. Customers really love it because it saves time, saves money on stamps and checks and cuts paperwork. Combined with paperless billing, you’ll really enjoy the reduced paper clutter and the convenience of having all your statements and payment records in one secure digital space.
Here are common questions about our EvenPay monthly payment plan.
Q: How do you figure out my monthly payment amount?
A: We look at your annual fuel usage from the last couple of years and multiply that number by the projected heating oil prices for the upcoming heating season. Then we divide that total by up to 11 months, depending on when you enroll.
Q: Can I enroll now?
A: Yes, we’ll be happy to divide your total fuel bill into manageable monthly payments through next June. This ensures that your payments will remain predictable throughout the year. There is absolutely no cost to enroll in this program. If you have a service plan, we can roll its annual cost into your monthly payment schedule. You can also make even easier payments by using our AutoPay program.
Q: If prices drop, will my monthly payments change?
A: Don’t worry. If your actual fuel costs are a little higher or lower than we estimated, we will make the necessary adjustments during the heating season. In the end, you will only pay for the fuel you received on the day it was delivered — not a cent more.
Q: Does EvenPay include price protection?
A: No. Price protection is a separate program. Most customers who want more price certainty will choose a price cap because their price will not go above the cap price but if market prices fall below the cap, they enjoy the benefit of the lower price. Other customers want the security of locking in their rate at a fixed price, while still others prefer just paying the fluctuating daily market rate on the day we deliver. Please contact us today to find out more about our pricing and payment options.
While we’re discussing what you should be thinking about right now to make life a little easier later, here’s an important tip: don’t leave your tank empty over the summer!
An empty oil tank is prone to a build-up of condensation that eventually finds its way into your fuel, where it will sink to the bottom of your tank and corrode it from the inside out.
A damp tank interior will also encourage the growth of bacteria in your fuel, which will slowly turn your heating oil into a thick sludge that clogs your fuel lines. If your tank is half full or less, we highly recommend you schedule a heating oil delivery soon to avoid problems down the road. Better yet, take advantage of our free automatic delivery service so you don’t have to worry about the level of heating oil in your tank. We’ll take care of that for you.
Westmore Fuel has been serving heating oil customers in New York and Connecticut since 1938. Contact us today to become a Westmore Fuel customer and enjoy reliable, high-quality heating oil service for your home comfort needs.