How much do the pellets cost and where do I buy them? The price of pellets varies slightly based on quality, brand, and size of bag available for purchase. Many pellets come in 40 lb bags ranging in cost from about $5-8 per bag, which you can buy at most farm supply stores and some […]
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Venting a Pellet Stove
Is Venting Required with My Pellet Stove? You need to vent your pellet stove, but venting a pellet stove is much more simple than building a traditional, complex chimney system. If you are more familiar with older wood burning stoves and fireplaces that utilize a chimney, a direct vented pellet stove will seem like a […]
Determining the Best Heat Setting for Your Pellet Stove
Modern heating experts agree that running your unit on a lower heat setting for longer periods of time is the best, as opposed to running it on high and then turning it down or frequently adjusting it up and down. All MagnuM and Country Flame pellet stoves come thermostat capable and can also be run […]
Pellet Stove Questions and Answers for Fall
Do I still have time to buy, ship, and install a pellet stove for fall? Yes, but get your stove ordered soon so you have time to install it and have it running when the weather turns cold. Get all your installation questions answered and call us with any questions you have about purchasing a […]
Wood Stove Changeout Programs
If you have an old, inefficient wood stove and would like to upgrade to something more energy efficient, like a wood pellet stove, American Energy Systems can help! In addition to the money you will save on fuel and heat efficiency, it is possible you could save even more. It would benefit you to do […]
Wood Pellets for Pellet Stove
Wood Pellets – Biomass – Renewable Fuel – Flex Fuel These are common terms used to refer to the multi-fuels burned in MagnuM brand pellet stoves and fireplaces. When we talk about our appliances being able to burn a variety of renewable fuel sources, people seem to have a lot of questions. Because wood pellets […]
The Many Uses of Pellet Stoves
MagnuM pellet stoves are used in a wide variety of applications and settings. The most common use of pellet stoves is in homes. However, as people are more environmentally conscious and interested in saving money on heat, we’re seeing a rise in pellet stove interest in a variety of settings beyond the standard home. Mobile […]
Save Money on Air Conditioning
Now that summer is here, you are probably thinking of efficient ways to keep your house cool. Here are some practical money saving tips that are easy to do: Get a smart thermostat– Many thermostats have timers built in that will let you schedule days and times when the air conditioning is on and/or adjust […]
Avoid Foreign Oil
Looking to spend more dollars closer to home on products made in the USA? Maybe you’re wondering about ways to avoid foreign oil. While burning wood in a fireplace or stove has long been a heating solution for many Americans, it simply isn’t a feasible option for many. With advanced technology and an abundance of […]