Why Price Protection Matters More Than Ever in Today’s Unpredictable Economy

When it comes to heating your home, nobody likes surprises—especially not on your fuel bill.

At Rinaldi Energy, we believe in helping our customers plan ahead with confidence, and that’s exactly why our Price Protection Program is more important than ever. As energy markets shift and global events ripple through our economy, heating oil prices have become more unpredictable—sometimes rising dramatically without warning. That volatility can make budgeting for winter fuel a real challenge.

So what is price protection—and why should you care?
Let’s break it down.

What Is Price Protection?

Our Capped Price Protection Program allows you to lock in a capped price for your heating oil for the season. That means:

  1. You’ll never pay more than your capped rate—even if market prices rise.
  2. If prices drop? You pay the lower price.
  3. No guessing. No worrying. No rollercoaster bills.

Our Fixed Price Protection Program allows you to lock in a capped price for your heating oil for the season. That means:

  1. You’ll pay the same rate all season, regardless of market conditions.

It’s the kind of predictability that feels pretty rare these days—and we think that’s worth holding on to.

The World Is Unpredictable—Your Fuel Bill Doesn’t Have to Be

Between geopolitical conflict, supply chain shifts, inflation trends, and natural disasters, oil prices can spike overnight. When you’re not protected, those spikes hit your wallet directly—and hard. We’ve seen it happen more than once over the past few years, and it’s never easy for families trying to stay warm without breaking their budgets.

With price protection, you're not at the mercy of market chaos. You're in control.

Budget Smarter, Stress Less

Our customers tell us the same thing every year: “I just want to know what to expect.”
Whether you're managing a household or keeping an eye on business costs, price protection allows you to plan your heating expenses months in advance. No surprises. Just peace of mind.

Rinaldi Energy: Local. Reliable. Here for You.

We’re not some big national company. We're your neighbors- our team is based right here in Maine and we’re committed to helping you stay warm, safe, and informed. When we say we’ve got your back—we mean it.

So if you're not already signed up for price protection, now’s the time to do it. Lock in your rate before the next big shift happens. Your future self will thank you.