by Steve Sobczak | Dec 13, 2015 | Alternative Heat
While snow and ice may create a winter wonderland outside, it can also wreak havoc on power lines. Because of this, severe winter storms are known for knocking out electricity – sometimes for days at a time. This gives families the difficult task of keeping their...
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 | Oct 15, 2014 | Alternative Heat, Stove Information
During the cold months of winter, most of us feel as if we are at the mercy of the utilities companies when it comes time to pay the heating bills each month. With volatile prices that fluctuate each month and seem to get worse and worse every year, keeping a home...
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....
