Vent free or vented gas insert – which to choose?
Whether your installing an updated system to replace your old insert or converting from a traditional wood burning fireplace to one that’s cleaner and more efficient – choosing between a vented or vent-free gas insert can be a big decision. As with making any decision, there are pros and cons to each type of insert […]
Can a Gas Heater Work During a Power Outage?
What’s worse than having to shovel several feet of snow in the dead of a Connecticut winter? Having to do it during a power outage! If you are lucky enough to have an on-demand generator or even one you need to manually turn on, you can still run some lights, appliances, and most importantly your […]
Can the Propane in my Tank Freeze?
Have you ever heard the old saying “Don’t like the weather, wait 5 minutes”? This quote is perfect when dealing with weather in New England, especially during the Winter. We go from sunny and in the 50’s to an Arctic Cold Blast within days, sometimes even hours. If you have oil heating fuel, you’ve probably […]
How to Avoid Extra Heating Fuel Charges this Winter
As that temperatures drop, your indoor heating costs start going up. Even the most energy efficient home will find that they spend more money on fuel during the winter season, and while you can’t avoid the uptick in cost, there are some charges that you can avoid if you are prepared. Here’s the top savers: […]
Warning signs it’s time to replace that propane or natural gas furnace
The trees have shed their leaves, the days are getting shorter, and cold weather is going to be here to stay – with predictions of a very cold winter too. Is your furnace prepared to get you through the winter and keep you and your family warm? Your gas or propane furnace is one of […]
Now is the best time to fill your heating fuel tanks – here’s why!
It’s officially Fall here in Connecticut. After a HOT Summer, I’m sure many of us are looking forward to turning off the AC and smelling that crisp, cool Fall air, enjoying some football, and spending some quality time outside enjoying the more moderate temperatures. There’s nothing quite like Fall in New England. Before you head […]
Carbon Monoxide – What You Need to Know
Carbon Monoxide (CO) can be a pretty scary term considering over 50,000 people per year visit the hospital for accidental CO poisoning each year and more than 400 people in the U.S. die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you are operating any fuel-burning equipment in home, […]
Energy Saving Tips for Your Home While Traveling
Whether you are taking a vacation, traveling for business, or visiting family out of town, most people make sure they have someone in place to check on pets, bring in the mail, and water their plants. What many forget to plan for, however, is cutting their energy usage while away from the home. When you […]
Summer Propane Safety: From Grilling to Heating Your Pool
For many people, Summer means an increased use in propane usage. This can be from using your grill to barbecue, heating up that pool water with a propane pool heater, or using a propane fireplace pit. No matter what your use, it’s important to make sure you’re following proper propane safety rules. Grill Safety Grilling […]
How does automatic fuel delivery work and why should I use it?
During the Summer, most people aren’t thinking about the upcoming heating season – in fact it’s usually the last thing on people’s minds. But before we know it, those chilly temperatures will be sneaking back in again, and it’ll be time to turn the heat back on – it is New England after all. It […]