Friday, February 12, 2021

Firewood Allergies? Yes, it’s a Thing.

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By Audrey Elder   The massive chunk of walnut sat nearly a year next to the woodpile before we gave up on the idea of turning it into ...
Monday, February 1, 2021

The Tax Credit for Wood-Burning Appliances is Impressive

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Hearthstone fireplace insert   With the new Residential Energy Efficient Property Credit Consumers can take 26% of the cost for a new wood-b...
Thursday, March 19, 2020

Plan Now for Emergency Heating and Cooking Preparedness

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As we all contend with the Coronavirus worldwide, emergency preparedness is on everyone's mind. I'm sure by now that most people ha...
Sunday, February 9, 2020

Masonry chimney repairs should be done in the spring

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By Marge Padgitt Badly spalling bricks on a chimney If there are pieces of bricks or stones lying around the yard or driveway, it ...
Wednesday, January 22, 2020

Maintaining Your Masonry Heater

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By Marge Padgitt Masonry heaters require regular maintenance in order to function properly, and the flue should be swept to avoid chim...

Clogged gas flue can cause illness or death

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On May 17, 2016 Blue Springs, Missouri homeowners Richard and Mary Buckley were told by their heating and cooling contractor that they nee...
Monday, October 29, 2018

Consumer Alert: Unlisted Wood Stoves

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By Marge Padgitt ►CONSUMER ALERT: There is a big difference in quality and longevity when it comes to wood-burning stoves. Some metal ...
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