by Steve Sobczak | Sep 29, 2014 | Alternative Heat, Stove Information
The newly-released Old Farmer’s Almanac has predicted record cold temperatures for the Eastern two thirds of the United States this winter. This includes greater-than-normal snowfall for most of the Northeast. “Colder is just almost too familiar a term,”...
by Steve Sobczak | Aug 22, 2014 | Direct Vent Fireplaces, Energy Efficiency
Fire places add to a home’s comfort. They can make your home more appealing to your family, friends, and future buyers. Unfortunately, traditional fireplaces are often a lot of work. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be that way! Direct vent fireplaces and...
by Steve Sobczak | Jul 10, 2014 | Energy Efficiency
All About Gas Logs A popular, energy-efficient way to convert a wood-burning fireplace to gas fuel, gas logs are more economical than gas fireplace inserts, and these logs require less time to install as well. A roaring fire without any hassle, some sets of gas logs...
by Steve Sobczak | Jun 27, 2014 | Energy Efficiency
Conversion to Gas Fireplace We now live in a time where we want things done easily and hassle-free. We want to see to it that we don’t need to exert too much effort just to get things done. This is the same in the world of fireplaces and chimneys. As phones kept...
by Steve Sobczak | May 13, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Energy Efficiency, Fire Safety, improper draft, smoky fireplace
The job of your liner is to protect the chimney walls from overuse and excessive heat, as well as ushering smoke outside. If it’s not doing its job, perhaps it’s time to have it repaired or replaced. Have it inspected as soon as possible.
