Everywhere you look and read, someone is talking about “going green”. Most traditional methods of heating homes and offices rely on fossil fuels, which has garnered attention in the “green movement”. As we all start to focus our attention on alternative energy options… …there has been a lot of discussion about using corn as a […]
From the Corn Field to Your Corn Stove
Many people who own corn stoves or who are considering buying a corn stove ask this question: Can I buy corn directly, in bulk, from a farmer? Farming is the backbone of America, and many people view buying corn directly from farmers as a way to support the industry, spend money locally, and save money by buying […]
Flex-Fuel Stoves Give Furnaces a Run for the Money
Furnaces have been around a long, long time. We all have stories of furnaces going out, having to replace a furnace, or moving into a house with an ancient furnace that is far from heat efficient and economical to run. While corn and flex-fuel stoves have been around for quite sometime, we have yet to […]
The Secret to Saving a Ton of Money on Heating Costs
One of the most talked about questions in the alternative energy and renewable heating fields is: “How much can I expect to save if I switch to an alternative heat source like a corn or pellet stove?” Everyone’s story will be different but you can expect to save 60% or more on your heating expenses. […]
Minnesota Mom Loves Saving Money With Her Corn Stove
Frugal living at our home? Absolutely! We live frugally at our house, or at least, we try to. I love finding a good deal, shopping the sales rack, saving money, and having a coupon when I go out to eat. It is very, very seldom that I pay full price for anything. We have a sun-room addition on our home […]