For CC rewards, is heating oil considered a utility?
I was recently approved for a Barclay Rewards card that earns 2% on utilities and gas. Living the Northeast, we use #2 heating oil to warm our home in the winter. Typically, we pay cash. It dawned on me that I could use my card and PIF while earning rewards.
Does anyone know if #2 heating oil would qualify as a utility or gas?
I called my oil company but they had no idea what I was talking about when I asked about credit card purchase categories.
I used to post my scores here. However, I'm prone to motion sickness and the ups and downs were nauseating.
Re: For CC rewards, is heating oil considered a utility?
It would work if you purchased the oil from a utility company. If you buy the heating oil from a gas station or retail store, then it will not count. It is directly related to the merchant code used in the credit card transaction.
EX:694 TU:744 EQ:777