--- title: "Daniels Energy" description: "Daniels Energy delivers heating oil and propane and also installs heating and cooling equipment; its website says it has been a family owned business since" doc_version: "2026-10-09" last_updated: "2026-10-09" --- # Daniels Energy **Trade:** Heating Oil Delivery · **Address:** 8 High St, Portland, CT 06480 · **Phone:** (860) 342-3778 · **Website:** https://www.danielsenergy.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 3.9/5** (high confidence) — from 276 reviews across 6 sources. 89% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 20 reviews, 1 negative. ## The honest read Daniels Energy delivers heating oil and propane and also installs heating and cooling equipment; its website says it has been a family owned business since 1926. A recent customer says a technician took apart the old oil boiler, and when they came home the new oil boiler was installed and the area cleaned. A recent customer with an 1850s home says Daniels installed central A/C and upgraded the heating, with Angel doing the ductwork around the house's structural constraints. A recent customer who switched propane service and tanks to Daniels says deliveries happen quickly, and the company later replaced one of their HVAC compressors. A recent customer says that after a cracked boiler, basement flooding and no heat in 2025, the crew came quickly and installed a new boiler. In 2026, a heating oil customer since 1992 said the company installed a new oil tank and boiler. A 2025 customer said a leak spotted at an annual boiler tune-up led to a replacement that three technicians finished in 9 hours. A recent customer says multiple billing issues, including overcharges and refunds, led them to cancel their contract. A recent customer says the company took money from their account after saying they could make payments. A recent caller in the Glastonbury area says a representative signed a contract and the company then refused to provide service. In 2026, a customer wrote that the company is prone to delivering oil to the wrong house. A 2025 customer said a third-party technician found the furnace blower fan had never been cleaned despite years of service plans. In 2024, a customer praised the technicians but said the price protection plans overcharge and that it was hard to get off automatic delivery. **Strengths:** - Oil boiler replacement — a recent customer came home to it installed and cleaned - Old-house A/C install — a recent customer's 1850s home got central air - Emergency boiler swap — a recent customer got a new boiler after a crack **Concerns:** - Billing issues — a recent customer cancelled over overcharges and refunds - Payment terms — a recent customer says money was taken despite a payment promise - Price protection plans — a 2024 customer said the plans overcharge ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Describes itself as a family owned business since 1926 offering heating oil, propane and heating and cooling services _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](https://www.danielsenergy.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): MenuHomeAboutAbout DanielsCustomer ReviewsCase StudiesOil Delivery and Service AreaPropane Delivery & Servi…” - A recent customer's old oil boiler was removed and a new one installed and cleaned up _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pCRWIxUm9WV05NVVRkeGFsUkNjMXBSUjNGbExXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjBEb1RoVWNMUTdxalRCc1pRR3FlLWc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Arrived exactly on time and after an initial overview the technician began dismantling the existing oil boiler. After additional staff ar…” - A recent customer says Daniels installed central A/C and ductwork in an 1850s home _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1b1dGUmpVVEExZFhsRlQxbERWalk1V0dndGVtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk5oWFRjUTA1dXlFT1lDVjY5WGgtemc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We had Daniels Energy install central A/C and upgrade the heating in our 1850s home. Not a simple job, and they handled it well. Brian w…” - A recent customer says the crew came quickly after a cracked boiler and installed a new one _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25sbFoxUnJOVTFKYWxseGJtUTVOazVPT1ZJMlpHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnllZ1RrNU1JallxbmQ5Nk5OOVI2ZGc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Daniels Energy has serviced our HVAC systems for 20+ years. Last December 2025 we experienced an emergency. Cracked boiler. Basement floo…” - A 2025 customer said three technicians finished a boiler replacement in 9 hours _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURBa1ktWlZBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDAkY-ZVA%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Unexpectedly in October, during my annual boiler tune up, the technician observed leakage indicating failure of the boiler and the need f…” - A recent customer cancelled after multiple billing issues, including overcharges _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxa1EyVkZOR2RWVUUxdWJYUjRTbTQyVGpaMU1GRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk1kQ2VFNGdVUE1ubXR4Sm42TjZ1MFE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “2★ The people are very nice but we had multiple billing issues with them- mainly them overcharging and us needing to get refunds issued. We …” - A recent customer says money was taken from their account after being told they could make payments _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s4eU5YSjBiblZrYUVKWFdGQTVVVkpoWnpSVVJHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk8yNXJ0bnVkaEJXWFA5UVJhZzRURGc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “1★ I have used them and their communication is horrible. They don’t bill you if you’re over your budget, they just take it off your monthly …” - A 2024 customer said the price protection plans overcharge and automatic delivery was hard to stop _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURQcWNEMHpnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDPqcD0zgE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “3★ Their techs are fantastic. Nothing but great experiences. However, their "plans" are preditory, and they overcharge. Read the fine print…” - 4.6 stars from 416 Google ratings and an A+ BBB grade _(confidence: high)_ - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Daniels%20Energy&query_place_id=ChIJf_ELZTNK5okRqvtrCVCaT28) — “Google: 4.6★ from 416 ratings” - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/portland/profile/fuel-oil/daniels-oil-company-inc-0111-14000065) — “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!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25kMmVURmFXR3hpVlVreFZVSndURUZSVUd0Wk1YYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnd2eTFaWGxiVUkxVUJwTEFRUGtZMXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I have been a Daniels heating heating oil customer since 1992. Daniels recently installed a new oil tank and boiler. The process was seam…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tkU05HZGFhWFUwYVRST1UwUXlkWGhZUlVnNE5tYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkdSNGdaaXU0aTROU0QydXhYRUg4Nmc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We recently used Daniels Energy to replace a thirty year old boiler. Everyone involved was professional and helpful, especially Tina in …” - [Official Website](https://www.danielsenergy.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): MenuHomeAboutAbout DanielsCustomer ReviewsCase StudiesOil Delivery and Service AreaPropane Delivery & Servi…” - Specializes in HVAC / Heating & Cooling _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pCRWIxUm9WV05NVVRkeGFsUkNjMXBSUjNGbExXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjBEb1RoVWNMUTdxalRCc1pRR3FlLWc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Arrived exactly on time and after an initial overview the technician began dismantling the existing oil boiler. After additional staff ar…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25sbFoxUnJOVTFKYWxseGJtUTVOazVPT1ZJMlpHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnllZ1RrNU1JallxbmQ5Nk5OOVI2ZGc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Daniels Energy has serviced our HVAC systems for 20+ years. Last December 2025 we experienced an emergency. Cracked boiler. Basement floo…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1b1dGUmpVVEExZFhsRlQxbERWalk1V0dndGVtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk5oWFRjUTA1dXlFT1lDVjY5WGgtemc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We had Daniels Energy install central A/C and upgrade the heating in our 1850s home. Not a simple job, and they handled it well. Brian w…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURBa1ktWlZBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x6f4f9a50096bfbaa!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDAkY-ZVA%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Unexpectedly in October, during my annual boiler tune up, the technician observed leakage indicating failure of the boiler and the need f…” ## 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=Daniels%20Energy&query_place_id=ChIJf_ELZTNK5okRqvtrCVCaT28): 4.6★ from 416 ratings - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/portland/profile/fuel-oil/daniels-oil-company-inc-0111-14000065): Listed on this source - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Daniels%20Energy&query_place_id=ChIJf_ELZTNK5okRqvtrCVCaT28): Listed on this source - [Official Website](https://www.danielsenergy.com): 100 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details - [Local News](https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/portland-mailbox-sidewalk-blunder-18386817.php): Listed on this source - [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/Commanders/comments/1rk8nv9/von_miller_speaks_on_jayden_daniels_energy_in_the/): 0 community mentions discussing this business ## Mentions Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding. - “I locked in $4.59 a gallon with Daniels Energy two days ago. I feel very fortunate. Give them a call.” — u/Aquastat562 in r/Connecticut (2022-04-30) — https://www.reddit.com/r/Connecticut/comments/uekr13/heating_oil_approaching_6gal_average_one_of/i6sjxid/ - “Not only has Daniels become a high-tech quality business, they’re also nice people,” — ctinsider.com (2016-04-25) — https://www.ctinsider.com/business/article/Family-owned-Daniels-Energy-celebrating-90-years-11770911.php - “The Portland Public Works Department mistakenly used a draft version of the sidewalk project in front of the Daniels Energy mailbox at 8 High St., and poured concrete around it.” — ctinsider.com — https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/portland-mailbox-sidewalk-blunder-18386817.php ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Joe Cardella · 2026-10-02**: Recent conversion from oil to LP. Keith, Dan, Rob and their entire crew did clean work at a competitive price. Experienced and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jeff Soule · 2026-09-21**: We are a long-time customer and value the quality of your work. We know if there is a problem you will be there to resolve it. Everything went smoothly. Very happy with the technicians and the overall installation. We highly recommend the Daniel’s team. Jeff & Jean Soule - **2/5 · Google Reviews · Tonishia Signore · 2026-09-16**: The people are very nice but we had multiple billing issues with them- mainly them overcharging and us needing to get refunds issued. We finally just cancelled our contract after we noticed a $900 transaction from them in our bank account- they stopped payment plans and changed to payment upon deliv… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Steve Rocc · 2026-09-14**: We choose Daniels Energy because of our history with them. What started as a company we used exclusively for propane, is now our go-to for all HVAC services. Install to maintenance. We have been with them for over 20 years!! Great staff and service!! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Theresa Manchester · 2026-09-14**: I've been a customer for 30 years! And I've always been pleased with Daniels service. Everyone was very helpful and patient with my questions. I would be happy to recommend your service. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Judi Durham · 2026-08-08**: Ever since we switched our Propane service, including our tanks, to Daniels Energy, we have had nothing but exceptional service. When I call for more propane, the folks on the phone are always friendly and my deliveries happen quickly. Recently we chose Daniels to replace one of our HVAC compresso… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Joel Kummer · 2026-08-03**: As a business owner in a similar field, there are few companies we will work for. These guys are #1. As a homeowner, they have come through and helped in a time of need over and over again. Special thanks to Rob and Alanna!! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Conrad Carpenter · 2026-07-30**: "Daniels-great guys, great product. True super reputation: if one wants a company that does what they promised then this " Is the tip of the spear". Keep up the Professionalism" can't go wrong. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Dennis Aultman · 2026-07-28**: Arrived exactly on time and after an initial overview the technician began dismantling the existing oil boiler. After additional staff arrived with the new unit I had to leave the residence. Upon my return the new oil boiler was installed, area properly cleaned and post installation communication wa… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Matt S · 2026-07-28**: Daniels was recommended by a neighbor. Told they did excellent work. I was NOT disappointed!! Very profesional crew, straight lines and impeccable installation of my mini splits. Spotless clean up before they left. --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-10-08T19:34:52.750Z. 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