by Joe Shear | Jul 31, 2015 | Fireplace Information, Heating Options
It’s hot outside and Mother Nature is showing no signs of letting up anytime soon. Because of this heat wave, your fireplace is potentially the furthest thing from your mind right now (unless you’re in the group of individuals who’s longing for the cold days of winter...
by Joe Shear | Jan 23, 2015 | Central Heating FAQ
Furnaces and boilers are common household space-heating appliances throughout the U.S. Furnaces heat air and distribute the heated air through the house via ductwork. Boilers heat water, providing either hot water or steam for heating. Hot water can either be...
by Joe Shear | Nov 12, 2014 | Energy-efficient
With economic uncertainty and high fuel prices, many people are considering switching to wood heat—either cordwood for a high efficiency wood stove or fireplace insert, or wood pellets for a pellet stove. The main reason people do this is to save money. But how much...
