The average cost of heating a 2,000 square foot home is nearly $2,000 per year, according to Energy Services Group. One way to offset that cost without spending a lot is to use your wood-burning stove. Wood stoves provide a ton of heat for little investment, especially if you have a free supply of cut … Read more
Electric fireplaces are excellent alternatives to traditional wood-burning and gas fireplaces. Unlike a real fireplace, electric fireplaces don’t require you to split firewood, build fires and empty the ashes. But, like most electric appliances, electric fireplaces can develop problems over time too. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the most common electric … Read more
Whether it’s the beginning of spring or just a week of whacky weather, there will be times when you need to switch your furnace from heating to AC. While this is typically a fairly straightforward process, there are a few steps you should take to ensure your system is ready for the change. Below, we’ll … Read more
Most homes have thermostats. But the majority of homeowners don’t know they have other options to control the heating and cooling of their home. As long as the thermostat turns your heating and air conditioning on, you likely won’t be looking for a new one. However, since your thermostat is the “brain” of your HVAC … Read more
On cold evenings, what could be better than cozying up next to an indoor electric fireplace? The soothing sounds of crackling embers and the soft glow of burning firewood are enough to give that cup of steaming cocoa a second refill. But, it could also mean a whole set of potential home and health risks. … Read more
For most people, the number one reason to install an electric fireplace is for the heat they generate. But if that is all you consider before buying a product, odds are, you are going to be disappointed. Because once you get that fireplace into your home, you’ll realize that electric fireplaces are more than just … Read more
As the warm and cold seasons roll around, homeowners across the country are forced to engage the same conflict – the battle between remaining comfortable indoors and keeping energy costs down. While this battle has always placed an extra burden on homeowners’ shoulders, the rising cost of energy has caused some homeowners to question whether … Read more
