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title: "Buddy's Fuel Oil"
description: "Buddy's Fuel Oil is an Oxford heating oil company that says it has been in business for 41 years. Its website describes a family owned and operated, full s"
doc_version: "2026-10-09"
last_updated: "2026-10-09"
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# Buddy's Fuel Oil

**Trade:** Heating Oil Delivery · **Address:** 8 Old Farm Rd, Oxford, CT 06478 · **Phone:** (203) 888-2319 · **Website:** http://www.buddysfueloil.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 3.5/5** (medium confidence) — from 9 reviews across 5 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Buddy's Fuel Oil is an Oxford heating oil company that says it has been in business for 41 years. Its website describes a family owned and operated, full service oil company that installs and services residential and light commercial heating and A/C systems. A 2025 customer said scheduling an oil delivery was easy and that Gary from Buddy's is always there when they have a problem.

A 2023 customer said burner service was available around the clock and called the owner friendly. A 2022 customer who had been a client for years said the one or two experiences that required a return visit were never put off or ignored. A 2022 customer found the prices pretty high but praised the customer service.

**Strengths:**
- Easy delivery scheduling — a 2025 customer said booking oil delivery was easy
- Round-the-clock burner service — a 2023 customer said it was available
- A return visit — a 2022 client said follow-ups were never put off

**Concerns:**
- Price level — a 2022 customer found prices pretty high

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- A 2025 customer said scheduling an oil delivery was easy and counted on Gary whenever a problem came up _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNmdl9Pd3VnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x18ec257c1fb54650!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICfv_OwugE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Gary is ALWAYS there when we have a problem. Fast and super courteous service. Easy scheduling oil delivery. I can’t tell you how great i…”
- A 2023 customer said burner service was available around the clock _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMxN09lOUJREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x18ec257c1fb54650!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC17Oe9BQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ The owner is very friendly and a good guy. Service available around the clock for burner service. Oil prices are very reasonable as well.…”
- A 2022 customer of years said return visits were never put off or ignored _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQyNEtqNmtRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x18ec257c1fb54650!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID24Kj6kQE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I recommend Buddys.  They are knowledgeable, professional, and responsive.  We have been a client for years.  We have had only one or two…”
- A 2022 customer found the prices pretty high _(confidence: low)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMyNkpyakRREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x18ec257c1fb54650!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC26JrjDQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “4★ Prices are pretty high, but by far the best customer service around, that goes a long way for me.”
- The company says it has been in business for 41 years _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.buddysfueloil.com) — “Self-reported 41 years in business”
- Google rating of 4.8 stars from 18 ratings; BBB grade A+ _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Buddy's%20Fuel%20Oil&query_place_id=ChIJIVSv7tnm54kRUEa1H3wl7Bg) — “Google: 4.8★ from 18 ratings”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/oxford/profile/fuel-oil/buddys-fuel-llc-0111-18000081) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+”
- Specializes in Heating Oil Delivery _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNmdl9Pd3VnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x18ec257c1fb54650!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICfv_OwugE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Gary is ALWAYS there when we have a problem. Fast and super courteous service. Easy scheduling oil delivery. I can’t tell you how great i…”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/oxford/profile/fuel-oil/buddys-fuel-llc-0111-18000081) — “About (Better Business Bureau, self-described): Buddy's Fuel, LLC offers #2 fuel oil, furnace, hot water heaters & air conditioner installat…”
- Also offers HVAC / Heating & Cooling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.buddysfueloil.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): Buddy's Fuel LLC is a family owned and operated, full service oil company providing installation and servic…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMxN09lOUJREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x18ec257c1fb54650!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC17Oe9BQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ The owner is very friendly and a good guy. Service available around the clock for burner service. Oil prices are very reasonable as well.…”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/oxford/profile/fuel-oil/buddys-fuel-llc-0111-18000081) — “About (Better Business Bureau, self-described): Buddy's Fuel, LLC offers #2 fuel oil, furnace, hot water heaters & air conditioner installat…”

## Ownership

- Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.

## License

No license record has been checked yet for this contractor.

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Buddy's%20Fuel%20Oil&query_place_id=ChIJIVSv7tnm54kRUEa1H3wl7Bg): 4.8★ from 18 ratings
- [Official Website](http://www.buddysfueloil.com): 41 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Buddy's%20Fuel%20Oil&query_place_id=ChIJIVSv7tnm54kRUEa1H3wl7Bg): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/oxford/profile/fuel-oil/buddys-fuel-llc-0111-18000081): Listed on this source
- [Local News](https://www.parkerwhitepruitt.com/obituaries/item/1649-james-madison): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mike Fernino · 2025-01-03**: Gary is ALWAYS there when we have a problem. Fast and super courteous service. Easy scheduling oil delivery. I can’t tell you how great it is to count on Gary from Buddy’s when there is a problem.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Corey Ferrell · 2024-09-05**: The perfect example of a well-run local business. They know their customers and really take care of us. Super reliable and great to work with.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Bill X · 2023-12-24**: The owner is very friendly and a good guy. Service available around the clock for burner service. Oil prices are very reasonable as well. Great choice for oil company for everyone.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jose Baez · 2023-07-16**: Very professional and responsive customer service! Looking forward to their service 😁
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · George Chenery · 2022-10-19**: Nice people, great service
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Maureen T · 2022-08-08**: Always professional, great customer service, and always willing to help with pricing. Love the company.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Linda C · 2022-05-03**: I recommend Buddys.  They are knowledgeable, professional, and responsive.  We have been a client for years.  We have had only one or two experiences over the years that have required a return visit, and have never been put off or ignored.  They stand behind their work.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Diana Maunsell · 2022-04-19**: Always a phone call away! Always so nice & attentive.  We would highly recommend Buddy’s Fuel Oil in Oxford.
- **4/5 · Google Reviews · mike783 · 2022-04-11**: Prices are pretty high, but by far the best customer service around, that goes a long way for me.

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