by Steve Sobczak | Oct 9, 2019 | pellet stoves
It’s time to think about your winter fireplace. The temperatures have been uncharacteristically high for this time of year, but soon the air conditioning will work less and less, and eventually won’t kick on at all. You’ll wince as you move that thermostat...
by Steve Sobczak | Nov 5, 2016 | fireplace maintenance
Choosing a fireplace is as tedious a job as choosing your dream home. Today there are options that can bring together your home decor and your home heating needs. Efficiency, design, variety, and fuel vary, so it’s important to explore options and choose whatever fits...
by Steve Sobczak | May 27, 2015 | Stove Information
Pellet stoves and inserts are an increasingly popular fireplace option because of their ease of operation, energy efficiency, and low maintenance. However, many people who own these heating appliances may be incorrectly cleaning them. Keeping your pellet stove or...
by Steve Sobczak | Apr 25, 2014 | Energy Efficiency, Fireplace Inserts
Not all fireplaces are created equal. Depending on the age of your home and/or the overall condition of your fireplace and all of its parts, you could be sending some serious money right up the chimney during the heating season; it’s estimated that a typical homeowner...