Randy Heslip - Articles

The Pellet Stove: an Underappreciated Heat Source

Pellet stoves are fuel burning appliances that burn "pellets" rather than oil, gas or coal. Typically running on electricity, pellet stoves have built in thermostats, exhaust blowers and some sort of a venting system that must be installed in the home. Read

By: Randy Heslip | 14/02/2009 | Home & Family

Electric Fireplace Insert - Why so Popular?

Looking for a quick, easy, economical way to renovate your home but don't want to go through the hassle of installing a "real" fireplace. Than take a closer look at an electric fireplace insert. Once considered "the dog" of fireplaces, this fireplace insert is gaining in popularity. Read

By: Randy Heslip | 02/02/2009 | Home & Family

Fireplace Insert Safety

Fireplace inserts are a great way to update that old fireplace but an improper or poorly installed unit may not be visible at first but the consequences can be devastating. Learn more about fireplace safety. Read

By: Randy Heslip | 18/01/2009 | Home & Family