Business Details
42 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Energy Partner in Guilford, CT
East River Energy has been a trusted provider of energy products and services since 1984, serving residential and commercial customers across Connecticut and beyond. Our locally owned and operated business specializes in heating oil, propane, HVAC systems, and emergency response services, supported by a proprietary fleet of over 50 vehicles to ensure prompt and professional service. With decades of experience, industry-specific expertise, and a commitment to community involvement, we maintain a reputation for reliability, technical proficiency, and customer-centric solutions.Our partnerships with organizations like Cure Rare Disease demonstrate our dedication to social responsibility, while awards like the Employer of the Year recognition highlight our excellence in the energy sector. We combine technical knowledge with personalized service to address diverse energy needs for homes, businesses, and government agencies.
Services
Heating Oil Delivery
Propane Gas Services
HVAC Maintenance
Pool Water Treatment
Emergency Repairs
Commercial Energy Solutions
Motor Fuels Supply
Renewable Diesel Distribution
Electricity & Natural Gas
Tank Warranty Programs
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency response services for urgent heating needs
- Our proprietary fleet of 50+ vehicles ensures prompt service delivery
- Recognized as Best Heating/Energy Company in New Haven (2024)
- 40+ years of experience serving residential and commercial energy needs
- Active community partner supporting rare disease research initiatives
Associations and certifications
- License #307431
- HOD #312
What people say
Amazing service
Quick and efficient
Knowledgeable technicians
24/7 availability
Professional installations
Services
Heating Oil Delivery
East River Energy provides reliable heating oil delivery services to residential customers across Connecticut. Our proprietary fleet ensures timely deliveries and maintains consistent supply for home heating needs. With decades of experience in fuel distribution, we combine operational efficiency with personalized service to meet seasonal demand fluctuations while maintaining strict quality control standards.
HVAC Maintenance
Our comprehensive HVAC maintenance services cover residential and commercial systems, including heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment. Certified technicians perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs to ensure optimal system performance. The service includes 24/7 emergency response for critical heating and cooling needs across Connecticut.
Propane Gas Services
East River Energy offers propane gas supply and delivery services for residential and commercial applications. Our infrastructure supports safe, efficient propane distribution for heating, cooking, and industrial uses. The service includes tank maintenance, safety inspections, and emergency refills to maintain uninterrupted supply for customer operations.
Emergency Repairs
Our emergency repair service provides immediate response for heating system failures and fuel supply emergencies. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the service covers urgent HVAC repairs, boiler replacements, and fuel delivery emergencies. Technicians carry specialized equipment to resolve critical issues during extreme weather conditions.
Commercial Energy Solutions
East River Energy delivers tailored energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and government clients. Services include bulk fuel supply, HVAC system maintenance, and energy management programs. Our dedicated commercial team serves diverse sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, and municipal operations with customized energy distribution networks across multiple states.
People
W.J. Dornfeld
HVAC Specialist
W.J. Dornfeld brings extensive HVAC industry experience to East River Energy, specializing in commercial and industrial heating and cooling systems. His expertise enhances our technical capabilities for complex energy solutions.
Paul K
Service Technician
Paul K is a highly-rated service technician known for exceptional customer service and technical proficiency in heating system maintenance and emergency repairs across residential and commercial accounts.
Questions
What heating services do you offer?
We provide heating oil delivery, propane supply, HVAC maintenance, emergency repairs, and tank warranty programs for residential and commercial customers.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency service?
Yes, our emergency response team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for urgent heating and fuel supply issues.
What areas do you serve?
We serve customers throughout Connecticut with expanding operations across 13 states in the Northeast region.
Are financing options available?
We currently do not offer financing options for our energy products and services.
How can I become a customer?
Complete our online form to start service, and our team will contact you to arrange your first delivery or service appointment.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and electronic payments for our energy products and service appointments.
Reviews (5)
Dawn Amore
Feb 23, 2021
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I have been getting oil since 2006 and never have I had such great service from a company. Their customer service representatives are so helpful and kind to their customers. Great Company, thank you East River Energy.
Roxey Thomas
Aug 06, 2020
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Ok so I have been with east river for years. I hate to say it but I am on fuel assistance but that makes me a guaranteed payer. Well I left messages concerning a bill no call back. I fnally got in touch with them and they are saying a bill is not paid. So I went onto the website put in the acct # and it says that # does not exist. hummmmmmmm interesting....
James Filley
May 10, 2019
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East River Energy is a good company. Don Herzog is a decent man who cares about people , his employee's the community and his family. I should know. I worked there for 10 years all together. To be honest I miss the environment !!
Pat Zitano
Jan 31, 2019
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I called yesterday and talked to Eric. He was very pleasant and offered me assistance. He got back to me within an hour, delivery was made today. Thank you Eric. I would recommend East River to anyone. All are pleasant and ready to assist your needs
Sharon Somosky Burke
Jan 04, 2018
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Probably being generous with a two rating since after over 20 years as a customer I am totally disappointed in the service we received. Furnace is flooding by basement to stop it we have to turn off the furnace which means no heat in frigid temps or have heat and let it flood. Tech shows up thankfully the same day at 4:58pm after two calls to the… office says oh this is a big job have to call my boss. Boss says I can’t have you stay there for that many hours to fix it maybe they can call a plumber and tells him to leave! Good luck with that at 5:00 at night. Also my husband had explain
