Watson Fuels Reviews 11,282

TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness, politeness, and efficiency, noting that interactions are generally pleasant. The delivery service is frequently highlighted for its promptness and reliability, with many people appreciating that orders arrive on time and as scheduled. The overall service is often described as excellent, and the ordering process is typically found to be easy and straightforward. Many consumers also appreciate the competitive pricing offered by the company. However, some customers also noted issues with delivery times, experiencing delays or missed deliveries. A few other people also felt that the pricing was not always the most competitive or that the minimum delivery quantity was too high. There were also occasional mentions of communication problems regarding delivery updates or price changes.

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Based on these reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was almost perfect, but there is an important detail to be added to the delivery process. A time window needs to be added to the date, which the office does have as I found out when I rang them. I... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

As a regular customer / account holder you usually meet a lower price if I get another quote. Sadly I feel there is some profiteering at the moment as oil that’s being sold at the moment has been in... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

On the whole a good company to buy heating oil from at a reasonable cost. Only issue with them is that we have to wait until a ‘baby’ tanker is available to deliver the oil. Maybe they should invest... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We placed an order for oil in January and paid for it at the same time. The oil arrived and then a week later we received another invoice for the same amount. Thinking our first payment had not gone... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The ordering process changed but the staff seemed unsure off what to do. While I could order online, I could not pay. Payment, in the end, proved difficult although Watson did give me 1 months credit... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

At a time when fuel could be in short supply, Watsons delivered promptly and supplied the total amount requested. The drivers are always polite and reliable whatever the weather!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Your colleague gave excellent service but the fact I have to wait 10 days for the delivery which could mean another price hike. Also only allowing a 500 minimum delivery when a lower delivery total wo... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Generally very efficient, only a couple of hiccups when the driver did not read the instructions for where to deliver. Prices not always the cheapest

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Competitive pricing, give you a delivery date and some times a time of delivery. However the 'online' systems have been down and unusable for some time now and need to be look at and working ones aga... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been using Watsons regularly for some time . Deliveries have been reliable and a message confirming delivery is on its way is helpful . The monthly payment scheme is good for difficult times .... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have used Watson for several years and always been pleased with the service. I was due for a delivery several weeks ago and was in former it would be with me shortly.while I was waiting the lorry... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We experienced an issue with an order placed before Christmas; however, after speaking with customer services in early January, it was resolved promptly and delivered the next working day. I’ve been u... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Your my watson portal would not allow me in, so I had to phone an operative, who was very polite and explained that the portal was experiencing some difficulties.However, my order was accepted. I ask... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always on the day they say, we never know that they have been till the slip comes through the letterbox. Excellent service, much appreciated, thanks very much.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

When ordering my oil the receptionist very polite and helpful. I was told what day my oil would arrive and approximate time. My oil arrived on the selected date and on time. Delivery man also very cou... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Watsons fuel has always delivered my heating oil promptly when I needed it and as a pensioner and loyal custome I found this very reassuring. I understand the problems they are having with supply at t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional staff very helpful delivery was in time price (before Iran war) was good have used this company quite a few times so far no problem s

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Delivers on stated date by friendly and polite drivers. Could add more call handlers as time taken to answer call is too long.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always courteous when placing order for fuel. Only comment is that they do not let me know when it will be delivered. Need to know as has to be delivered via neighbour.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always come around the time I asked for, the guy who delivers to my address knows where my tank is and fills it up and then lets me know he's filled the tank. First class service..

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always helpful and as we are very rural and the tank is a long way from the road its a bit of a task for them. But the drivers are always helpful and never complain ...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An urgent order was placed and given maximum priority to minimise the time that we were without oil fired heating which occurred due to a faulty meter gauge.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As always automatic ordering on oil tank reaching trigger point no worries for the customer and should never run out of heating oil but in this day and age it is wise to check oil prices

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered oil online and was able to change the order over the phone. The person I spoke to was very friendly and helpful. The delivery was swift. So I'm a satisfied customer!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful on the phone booking my delivery, which arrived on the day quoted. Everything perfect.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have used watson's to supply our oil for a number of years. They have always been friendly and efficient.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff I speak to when ordering are friendly & was delivered on the day I was told & most importantly not at 6.00 in the morning

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service, best price and fast delivery. Delivery drivers are a great bunch. Thank you date is approximate.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It took over a month for our oil to be delivered. We ordered it in early December and it was delivered at the end of January despite the fact that the money was taken from our bank account immediatel... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MY FUEL ARRIVED ON TIME - NO PROBLEMS. BUT VERY NERVOUS TO SEE WHAT REFILLING IS GOING TO COST ME IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Time given for delivering on the afternoon before of 7am ,the delivery arrived later pm. Driver very friendly and helpful.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I’ve been using Watsons for several years and always found them reliable. Polite service when I phone to order and competitive pricing.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The service was very good , but I did not receive an email prior to the delivery which I was assured would happen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always helpful on the telephone .Delivery on time as usual. Slight petroleum spillage which the driver cleared up wiping down the tank. Thank you

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Due to a fault on the oil tank gauge the oil ran out on Thursday 12 March. Being an account holder of some years with Watsons, listed as vulnerable, when I phoned to order oil I was originally told... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to order on telephone. Arrived when it was supposef too. Driver very polite

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always responsive and great customer service. I couldn’t ask for anything else

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered oil and PAID £400+ at beginning of Feb and were told it would come the next week - 3 weeks later still no sign of it but was promised delivery the next week. But still no delivery. Cancelled a... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I placed my order in December and they took my money then. I was given a delivery date of 6th Jan, then 12th Jan, then "urgent delivery". No dates were ever met. I called customer services and was tol... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Nearly 2 weeks to deliver and price almost two and a half times last price. I know why, but still seems exorbitant and impossible on a pension.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient, delivery as indicated. Polite and accurate. I have been a customer for eight years, they have always performed as promised.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to order and good quick service on the day stated. I have had the service for over 20 years and always first class.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Title says it all. Missed deliveries, no contact. Asked for a manager call back yesterday. Stiil waiting. We will cancel our direct debit. Id rather you collect the fuel than deal with a company li... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and considerate delivery drivers and efficient staff who are readily available to assist you on the telephone. Always had prompt deliveries and good communications of when the deliveries are... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It would be helpful if information about delivery time and dates were given at first and not after any complaints. The original text gave no indication or information Once all advise had been rece... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The Customer Services person I spoke to was polite, informative and efficient . Oil deliveries have always been within the time scale stated .

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

After being a customer of yours for over 15 years I feel in the current crisis your expecting customers to place a order with you but you could not tell us the price it would cost per litre until th... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Used Watson's for 20 years, but have just cancelled my account. Quoted me 58ppl, delayed delivery, eventually delivered and charged me £1.25 per litre. 5 phone calls, several lies and still no reso... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Have been a customer for many years, I understand these are difficult times with war in the gulf, but they took my order, said they would deliver and never turned up. I have tried calling them, emaili... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Overall experience is good with a decent website but let down by not being informed when the delivery was actually going to be.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We have had a very bad experience with Watsons, mainly due to a breakdown in communication! We have an issue with an unwanted & overpriced oil delivery & no one is contacting us after we're ringing Wa... See more

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Company details

  1. Heating Oil Supplier

About Watson Fuels

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Delivering fuel for homes, farms and industry since 1957

Founded in 1957, Watson Fuels supplies heating oil, farm fuels, road diesel, fuel cards, boiler servicing, and a wide range of industrial lubricants to businesses, farms and homes across the UK.

We’ve expanded from our origins in rural Wiltshire, and now deliver c2bn litres of fuel each year on our famed red Watson tankers, from our network of depots across England, Wales and Scotland.

We’re also proud members of the UK and Ireland Fuel Distributors Association (UKIFDA), and an OFTEC-registered business.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not happy

Not happy. Ordered oil on 3rd March and was told to look on my portal for price and delivery date. So I looked on Monday 6th oil was going to be delivered on March 13 th at a cost of £411.19,
No oil came on the 13th had ring on the Monday 16 to find out why, they said delay in delivery but will be with you on Tuesday. Tuesday came no oil, again phoned them to ask where is my oil, sorry it will be with you on Wednesday next day, next day come no oil, again phoned them to say no oil, they said sorry it will be with you on Friday 20th, my oil came I also discovered that my oil price that they gave me when I ordered had shot up to nearly doubled, from £411 to £772.92,
I been with Watson’s for years and I feel they are profiteering here, and I’m not a very happy customer, yes I am registered disable with breathing problems, chronic lung disease, heart disease breathing problems so need to have heating on or if it’s to cold my breathing struggles,
I’m not asking for anything special otjer then to have my order delivered when they say it would be and to pay what I was told how much it was, not doubled after it was delivered

March 3, 2026
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Reply from Watson Fuels

Good afternoon

Thank you for your review and I am sorry that there has been an error with processing your invoice. I can see from your records that you should have had an earlier price applied - this was a clerical error on our behalf and we apologise that it has happened.

Someone will be in touch tomorrow to ensure this is remedied and a refund processed for you.

Kind regards

Watson Fuels

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Very poor service to an account holder

Due to a fault on the oil tank gauge the oil ran out on Thursday 12 March. Being an account holder of some years with Watsons, listed as vulnerable, when I phoned to order oil I was originally told delivery would take several weeks.
Late Friday afternoon I was then told delivery would take place on Saturday 14 at 2.30pm. Good news, or so I thought. There was no delivery and I was left over a very cold weekend with no oil. The house temperature went down to 10.5c.
When Watsons eventually delivered midday on 16 March the driver said he was glad he had not followed the delivery schedule he had been given as I was LAST on the list and delivery would, again, not have taken place. His delivery information did NOT say A) run out B) Vulnerable customer
I feel this was incredibly poor service even given the current oil/Iran war situation and I would appreciate a sincere apology

March 12, 2026
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Reply from Watson Fuels

Dear Pamela

Thank you for your review and let me start by apologising for the service you received. As requested someone will be in touch with you tomorrow to apologise for this issue and ensure your account is set up correctly to ensure it does not happen again.

Kind regards

Watson Fuels

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

As a regular customer / account holder…

As a regular customer / account holder you usually meet a lower price if I get another quote. Sadly I feel there is some profiteering at the moment as oil that’s being sold at the moment has been in stock before the present crisis. However, I’m generally happy with the service I’ve had over the last thirty plus years.

March 25, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the moment I rang Watson‘s I was…

From the moment I rang Watson‘s I was treated to a pleasant and helpful lady who Wyn asked for her lowest price for the quantity I needed gave it to me immediately and it was far better than the company I’ve been using for years,
Delivery arrived early charming Delivery operator let me no doubts that this Company‘s customer care was top of their priority. Very happy and thank you.
Michael

February 5, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My experience with Watson Fuels has…

My experience with Watson Fuels has been extremely disappointing and unprofessional.

During the application process, I was contacted by a representative whose communication style was unnecessarily aggressive and unhelpful. While requesting company details is standard, the approach taken was excessive, with repeated calls asking for additional information that did not appear relevant to the application.

There is already an online application system in place, so the repeated follow-ups and inconsistent requests created unnecessary delays and frustration.

After a prolonged process, the application was declined without any clear or formal explanation. When I requested a written confirmation of the refusal via email for record purposes, this was refused. I was told that a phone call was sufficient, which is not acceptable for a business dealing with UK clients and formal applications.

This raises serious concerns about internal processes, transparency, and how new customers are treated. A business of this scale should have clear communication standards and provide proper documentation, especially when declining applications.

Based on this experience, I would strongly advise other businesses to proceed with caution and carefully review alternatives before sharing sensitive company information.

March 24, 2026
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Reply from Watson Fuels

Good morning Mr Singh

Thank you for your review and I am sorry you are not happy with our processes. It sounds as if you are talking about a commercial account - can you please provide some more detail to us in the form that we have sent through Trustpilot and we will have someone look at this for you.

Kind regards

Watson Fuels

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Our order was not placed by the…

Our order was not placed by the telephone operator we spoke to. We only found out 2 weeks later when we checked again, not having heard back. We will now have to wait again for our fuel which is 3 times the price of our last delivery.

March 10, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We have been a Watson customer for 30…

We have been a Watson customer for 30 years.
When we phoned to place an order recently we were told price was 140.9 currently but price would be charged at what ever the price was on the day.
We went to Boilerjuice and have just taken delivery of our oil at a very competitive price!
Needless to say we are considering cancelling our account with Watson's.

March 11, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Customer service non-existant for some time.

Carrying out what you agreed to do would help for starters. I was overcharged by £110. Your agent acknowledged this on three seperate ocassions and stated clearly what had gone wrong, yet nothing has been done. You could not give me a quote for fuel so I went elsewhere where I received a quote prior to fuel price increases. I have cancelled my direct debit and with it tank scout but this has not been actioned. It seems customer service is non-existant.

March 2, 2026

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