Many MagnuM Countryside pellet stoves and fireplaces are used across the United States and Canada. With winters as cold or colder in areas to our north, energy efficient pellet stoves are a popular choice. American Energy Systems, manufacturer of MagnuM brand pellet stoves and fireplaces, frequently hears from customers. Every bit of feedback is important, […]
How Often Do I Need to Clean My Pellet Stove?
How clean and well maintained your pellet stove is determines its longevity, efficiency, ease of use, and ultimately heat transfer from the stove into your home. You want a clean a clean pellet stove. So the question remains, “How often do I need to clean my pellet stove?” Whether you are considering the purchase of […]
Does a Pellet Stove Increase Home Value?
The ambiance of a fire has long been a sought after house amenity for many homeowners, which is something MagnuM pellet stoves and fireplaces provide. In addition to the beautiful, warmth of a fire, modern pellet stoves and fireplaces offer another popular feature: energy efficiency! Take a look at any “top home features list” and […]
Maryland Pellet Stove Credit
Looking for an EPA approved pellet stove that exceeds the new EPA standards and is perfect for various stove/fireplace swap-out programs popping up around the country? MagnuM Countryside and Country Flame pellet stoves and fireplaces got the official stamp of approval months ago, but many people’s attention is now turning toward home heating improvements now […]
Are You Ready for Winter?
Ready? Set? Go! Get ready for winter, because it’s inevitable. Some people love winter, snow, and all things cold. Other people would just assume sit inside by the warm fire with a good book. Whatever your preference, make sure your home is ready. 10 Things to Do to Get Your Pellet Stove & Home Ready […]
How Much Electricity to Run a Pellet Stove
Electricity is measured in kilowatts (kw) and a kilowatt is 1,000 watts and usually costs between six and tens cents per hour. In some areas like California the rates will be higher and in areas with hydroelectric power the rates can be lower, but the average is eight cents per hour per kw in the […]
A Pellet Stove Reduces Worries About Allergies in the Home
It’s that time of year again. Allergy season. This year, in the upper Midwest especially in Minnesota where our manufacturing plant is located, weeds and ragweed pollen count is high. For those with a variety of allergies and/or asthma, it’s important to make decisions that contribute to cleaner air in your home. We want families […]
Wood Stoves vs Pellet Stoves
Ask anyone who has a pellet stove and they are likely to compare the benefits and convenience of modern pellet stoves to wood stoves. It’s hard to argue the value of heat efficiency and lower heating bills that come with owning a pellet stove. So, in speaking of wood stoves vs pellet stoves, what is […]
Renewable Fuel Sources
What are some renewable fuel sources? Common renewable fuel sources for pellet stove heat include corn, wheat, wood pellets, grass pellets, wheat, barley, rye, oats, cherry pits, olive pits and waste paper pellets. How are renewable fuel sources different than fossil fuels? Wood pellets, corn and other renewable fuel sources are better to burn than […]
Pellet Stove Shipping
Wondering about your options for buying a pellet stove and then getting it to your home? American Energy Systems offers a special savings so you can save half the cost of shipping your pellet stove. All appliances manufactured by American Energy Systems, whether a pellet stove or fireplace, are shipped by common carrier which is […]