Some of the vans Blueox uses to service residential customers. (Submitted Photo)

by Sophia Root,

Commerce Chenango

OXFORD - This week, Commerce Chenango would like to highlight Blueox, a midsize energy delivery company in Oxford, serving Chenango County and beyond for over 50 years.

Blueox focuses on supplying fuel and heating and cooling services to homes and businesses in central NY. They also heavily invest in technology to make the customer experience as smooth as possible.

Blueox Senior Vice President Julia Miller said: “If you want traditional customer service, we offer that. If you want the Amazon experience, we offer that too. We empower customers to choose an energy supplier that can do business how it works for them, not the other way around. It’s why our tagline is “We are a different kind of energy company.”

Owners David Emerson, Neil Bartle, Jared Bartle, and Julia Miller appreciate the fact that their business is centrally located between a variety of bigger cities but can enjoy the peace that comes with country life. It is also a more affordable place to live for many families. The business has sold millions of gallons right out of Oxford.

Blueox delivers energy to homes and businesses. Most commonly this includes: BIOFUEL, Propane, Kerosene, Diesel and Gasolines. They also provide heating and cooling maintenance, repairs, and replacements. They are also the only energy company in the area that offers an ecommerce platform to buy fuel.

When asked what she likes about living and working in Chenango County, Miller stated: “This area has a great community of people who are truly committed to continuing to drive our county forward. Compared to other parts of the world Chenango County is also relatively safe. It’s a great place to raise a family.”

Blueox is invested in the community where it was founded. Miller stated: “We donate to a variety of nonprofits, schools, and community events. We hope if we support our community, they will support us back by choosing us for their energy needs. Everyone working together builds a community stronger.”

Last year Blueox remodeled their entire office building. According to Miller: “We did this to show the community we are here to stay and are invested in local success. It has really helped beautify Oxford as you come into town, and we hope that momentum continues to inspire others to do the same.”

Recently, Blueox installed a new 30,000 gallon propane tank to have more product supply security and to be better able to serve their customers efficiently. They also expanded their territory into Deposit, Walton, Oneonta, and Cooperstown. The company has been growing since 2015, and Miller looks forward to continuing that growth.

Miller is appreciative of the Blueox employees and said that they are the company’s most important resource. “We sell a commodity that no one really wants to spend their money on. The experience you have choosing Blueox is what makes us different from national and regional companies. We are confident that our people make the experience unique and better for our customers.”

There are approximately 40 people who work at Blueox, and they know the importance of their job while making it interesting. According to Miller: “We keep saying that one of these days we need to start writing a book of everything that happens here good and bad. Overall, we have a great work environment, a lot of laughs, a lot of support, …and a lot of hard work!”

Blueox is open 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday. To learn more about Blueox, apply for employment, or are interested in their services, visit their website at www.blueoxenergy.com.