You hear so much today about biomass and flex-fuel stoves that are able to burn a variety of renewable fuel sources, but have you ever wondered how wood pellets fit into this mix? Maybe you are wondering What wood pellets? What are theye made out of? Where the wood comes from? Does the formation of wood pellets harm trees […]
Tough Winters Mean a Tough Heating Bill The winters in Augusta, Maine can be brutal not only outside, but on one’s monthly heating budget as well. In February 2013, Jacob Michaud had had enough. He and his wife were burning through 200 gallons of fuel oil each month to heat their 3,500 square foot home. […]
When Dorothy and Wayne Ross’s fuel bill was nearing $1,000 a month, they knew they couldn’t keep heating their 3,200 square foot home as they had been. Something needed to change. Dorothy started researching her options and came across the idea of the Magnum Countryside Fireplace insert. They decided to remove an existing gas fireplace […]
We want to share one of our customer’s stories with you. Their story addresses their decision to burn wood pellets versus corn at the current rate (2012-13) per bushel, and they are willing to share their experience with you. This family is in the Upper Midwest and owns a Magnum Countryside 3500P. Last summer when […]
Saving money is critical to most Americans and the rising price of oil is very concerning. Where will oil prices go in 2012? What will we be looking at for heating costs in only a few short months? Even though Spring is here and warm temps have us breathing a sigh of relief, we know […]
