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Home Heating
Diesel

Safe, simple heating diesel delivery wherever you are.

Need home heating diesel in your house?

Our mini tankers are fitted with long reach hoses, and can refill your tank without entering your property, making delivery safer and simpler.

Home Heating Service

Residential delivery coverage
Residential delivery across major South Island centres and nearby rural areas.
Easy access delivery
Mini tankers with long-reach hoses for easier property access.
Clear communication
GPS-tracked vehicles and clear communication from the operations team.
Competitive pricing
Competitive pricing with value-added benefits for eligible customers.

Where We Deliver

Christchurch and Canterbury - Timaru - Dunedin and Otago - Invercargill and Southland - Queenstown, Frankton, Jacks Point, Arrowtown, Wanaka and Cromwell - Nelson and Marlborough. If you’re unsure about your address, get in touch and we’ll confirm availability.

Delivered by Locals

You’ll deal with drivers who know the area and the conditions. It’s friendly service backed by local knowledge and a fleet set up for South Island properties.

Need heating diesel for your home?

Sign up online or talk to our team about delivery to your address.

Home Heating FAQs

Which areas do you deliver to?

RDP provides home heating diesel throughout major South Island centres including Christchurch, Timaru, Dunedin, Invercargill, Nelson, Marlborough, Queenstown, Wanaka, and Cromwell. If you’re just outside these zones, contact our dispatch team — we’re often able to reach nearby rural addresses.

Do you need to drive onto my property to refill my tank?

Usually not. Our mini tankers are equipped with long hoses, which means we can often fill your tank from the roadside or driveway entrance. This keeps your property safer and prevents unnecessary wear on driveways and lawns.

How do I order or set up a heating account?

You can order by phone, email, or apply online for a Home Heating Account. Once approved, deliveries can be scheduled on a set rotation or requested as needed. Our operations team will confirm your delivery date and provide updates along the way.

How does RDP manage home heating deliveries?

Deliveries are managed by a GPS-tracked mini tanker fleet through our central dispatch system. This allows for efficient route planning, clear communication, and consistent service even during the busy winter period.

What payment options are available?

Home heating accounts are billed monthly through direct debit. Each invoice lists your delivery dates, volumes, and pricing for transparency.

What if access is blocked or weather is bad?

If we can’t safely access your property, we’ll contact you to reschedule or adjust the delivery. Communication is key — letting us know early about access issues helps us plan an alternative solution quickly.

Can I set up automatic deliveries?

Yes. Once we know your average usage and tank capacity, we can establish a delivery schedule that prevents your tank from running low during peak winter months.

How does RDP ensure safety during delivery?

All home heating drivers are trained in safe handling and property access procedures. Each tanker is equipped with spill prevention and emergency shutdown systems, and our team conducts regular safety checks on equipment.

What makes RDP’s home heating service different?

We focus on safety, access, and reliability. Our long-reach hoses mean easier delivery, and our locally based drivers know the terrain. It’s a service built around real South Island conditions and customer needs.

Testimonials from RDP Customers

Hi RD Petroleum, Just a quick email to say a huge thank you for the outstanding delivery scheduling and delivery service we have experienced since joining RD Petroleum. It is great to know that IRead more
Kinsman Contracting is a company based in Temuka and has been a client of RDP Petroleum for over two years. The contracting business operates throughout South Canterbury and has three sites in total,Read more
Dougal MacDougall manages his family farm in Millers Flat right in the heart of Central Otago. The farm covers an extensive area and requires a huge amount of work in order to maintain the land atRead more
Peter from Gilchrist Brothers shares his journey of working with RD petroleum. We got onto working with RD Petroleum when we decided to have a review of our suppliers, we already knew Geoff (the CentRead more
KB Contractors, a Mosgiel-based company which manages projects all over the South Island has been specialising in trenchless technology for over 25 years. Such technology requires an extensive range Read more
Ben has been using the RD Petroleum Hokitika aviation fuelling site since RD Petroleum started operating there. We run a scenic flight business with a six-seater Cessna, running all our flightsRead more
Duncan Wells from Huntly Road Dairies was kind enough to give RD Petroleum a video testimonial. Have a look at what Duncan has to say about the service he received from RD Petroleum.Read more
Angus Taylor – Base Manager/Pilot at GCH operate the West Coast Rescue Helicopter and undertake commercial work such as lifting and passenger transport. We operate out of the Greymouth Airport andRead more