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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There are endless possibilities when you choose to use propane as a utility source for your home, both indoor and out. Propane is a high-performing, efficient, and cost-effective energy source not to mention very safe and eco-friendly. From heating to cooking and so much more, propane can run many of the appliances you use most.
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May your holiday season be merry, bright and also safe! Whether you are dreaming of a white Christmas spent quietly at home or are hosting a big family dinner with all the trimming, the holidays should be a time of happiness and cheer. All the festivities, be it cooking, traveling, and even holiday decorating can
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Other than checking the fuel gauge to see how much oil is left in the tank, most homeowners don’t tend to give their oil tank much attention. And what most of the 6 million homeowners using oil for heat don’t realize is that oil tanks do not last forever, and they can “spring a leak”.
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In New England, many homes are heated by oil using either a furnace or boiler system. Although we all know that furnaces and boilers burn oil to produce heat, most of us aren’t familiar with the details and in-depth workings of our heating systems. For both furnaces and boilers, you keep extra oil in outdoor
How Does Oil Heat Work and What are the Benefits? Read More »
Everyone LOVES to save money, especially on their heating fuel bills. As your local heating fuel supplier and neighbor for almost a century, we feel it’s our responsibility to provide you with the best information to help you save money, energy, and the environment. Aside from enrolling in a budget payment plan, doing annual maintenance,
Tips to Managing Your Heating Fuel Bill This Winter – Easy, Green, and Must Dos Read More »
With legislation aimed at eliminating fossil fuels to attain net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 across the country, many people are left wondering if heating their homes with electricity is the way to go. This might sound like a great idea in theory, but there’s much more to the story. While Baribault Fuel firmly believes in
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Oil and propane are often considered to be a commodity that households rely on during the cold Winter months. Depending on where you live there could be several to over 20 different options on where to source your fuel. So, should you shop your fuel delivery around each time you need a fill and go
Why You Shouldn’t Use a Different Heating Fuel Company From Fill to Fill Read More »
As the weather starts to warm up, you’re probably not thinking about your heating equipment or about anything having to do with condensing, but the best time to plan a replacement for your old boiler is when it’s not in high demand – aka during the warmer months of the year. When it comes to
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