For most of us in Northwest Connecticut, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer and Swimming Pool Season! Owning a swimming pool – be it above ground or inground – can be expensive. Outside of purchasing the coolest pool floaties and all the chemicals there are some other “hidden expenses” that add up quickly and […]
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The dog days of summer in Northwest Connecticut are right around the corner, and no one wants to be caught off guard with an air conditioning system that doesn’t work efficiently the first time the thermometer hits 90! It’s time for your Annual A/C maintenance day – a few simple steps to ensure your unit
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Spring has arrived in Connecticut and summer will be here before you know it which means it’s time to give your furnace a break after all the hard work it did during the winter months. Although we are all excited for warmer weather and lower fuel oil bills, there are a few things you should
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With the recent spike in oil prices not only here in Connecticut, but throughout the nation we thought it was the perfect time to share how to best conserve on oil usage. Following are some tried and true tips. As always, if you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to our professional team
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Now that spring fever is in the air, many of us are getting our outdoor spaces ready for entertaining and dining. If you have an outdoor firepit table, gas grill and/or outdoor gas fireplace that hasn’t been used since last fall – it’s time to do some maintenance before you invite the neighbors over for
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It’s March and that means spring fever is in the air! Here at Baribault Fuel the buzz around the water cooler is all about outdoor living spaces – and that of course includes kitchens and fireplaces! Our clients are already inquiring about built in propane grill, fireplace and firepit installations so we thought this would
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Many people are opting to forgo traditional wood burning fireplaces with cleaner gas burning ones on the idea they are “maintenance free”. Yes, you don’t have the messy wood piles, and ash to clean out after every use, but there are some key maintenance protocols you should follow to ensure your safety and the longevity
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Winter is still looming here in the Northeast and so are incidents of Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO is a highly poisonous and deadly gas produced by burning fuels such as natural gas, charcoal, gasoline and even wood. Dangerous levels of CO can occur in your home when appliances aren’t properly maintained and/or are used
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Have you ever turned on the hot water to take a shower only to be met with freezing cold water? You aren’t alone. Your water heater does more than just provide you with an endless supply of hot showers. It also provides you with hot water to run your dishwasher, clean your clothes, wash your
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Whether you are replacing an old tank or switching over to propane and installing a new one, there are two key questions you should ask yourself: What size tank should I install and should I buy or lease? While these might not seem like critical questions to consider, they are in fact very important, because
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