by Steve Sobczak | Feb 9, 2018 | Fireplaces
It’s halfway through winter, and there is still plenty of cold weather until spring. You can save money on heating costs for these last few weeks by adding a hearth to your home. Not only will it save you money, but it will add to your property value and transform...
by Steve Sobczak | Jan 6, 2015 | Fireplaces, Gas Fireplaces
Fireplaces remain one of the top selling points for new homes. According to the National Association of Homebuilders, fireplaces are the second most requested home feature. As fireplaces continue to maintain their popularity as a home feature, many homeowners have...
by Steve Sobczak | Nov 13, 2014 | Direct Vent Fireplaces, Fireplace Inserts
Gas fireplaces and inserts have grown in popularity in recent years due to their ease of use and maintenance. These heating appliances offer a number of benefits over traditional wood burning fireplaces. First, fires can be started with the simple flip of a switch, as...
by Steve Sobczak | Sep 9, 2014 | Alternative Heat, Energy Efficiency
When the power goes off in the winter, the primary concern for most homeowners is how to stay warm until the power returns. With the devastating power outages caused by Hurricane Sandy still fresh in the mind of area residents, many are looking for alternative heating...
by Steve Sobczak | Aug 9, 2014 | Stove Information
You would like to get a stove to use as a heating appliance this winter, but you are not sure which fuel type is right for your home. With the options of high-efficiency wood-burning, gas, and pellet stoves, choosing the best fuel source for you can be challenging....
