Perry's Brian White explains the comfort, safety, and savings of Central Boiler wood stoves sold through Backyard Boilers, a ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Wood heat is one of the few home comforts that still feels elemental–but it rewards discipline. Treat chimney cleaning and ...

Colin Dunn is a writer and former managing editor of TreeHugger. Pellet stoves have become darlings of the green home heating world, in some ways; they're more efficient and have fewer particle ...

Wood stoves, a technology that has been around for hundreds of years, have been updated for the 21st century with vastly improved energy-efficiency and pollution control features. Also known as ...

Ever since the first caveman threw a log on the first fire, burning wood for heating and cooking has helped to define human civilization. But wood as a fuel source has some inherent drawbacks, ...

Wood stoves are popular among many property owners, especially in colder areas, as they provide reliable heating and can also be used for cooking. However, not all wood stoves are created equal. This ...

As the cold weather approaches, it’s only natural to think of all the different ways to heat your home. One environmentally friendly way to heat small to medium-sized spaces is a pellet stove. This is ...

Pellet stoves can be a cost-effective means of heating your home, while adding coziness that’s similar to what you get with a traditional fireplace or wood-fired stove. Instead of burning split logs, ...

However, having either a wood stove or a pellet stove in your home could raise your rates. State Farm increases rates by an average of $38 per year, while other insurance companies may raise your rate ...