Tying two different heat sources into one system is not uncommon. One has to take into account the operating parameters of each heat source, as well as the configuration and make-up of the rest of the heating system, such as the heat emitters (e.g. ducts, baseboard, panel radiators, radiant floors, etc.) and the controls.
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If you’re heating with oil today, you should find out from your oil company how much oil you use during the heating season. Use the average of 3 years to reduce the chance of one unusual winter throwing off the estimate. Take your average consumption and divide by 116. That should get you to a […]
Timing on bulk pellets purchases has less to do with the calendar, and more to do with how much pellets you have left in your bulk bin or silo. You will want to buy pellets at least 3 tons at a time, or you may end up paying a surcharge. You should monitor […]
Judging by the feedback from our customers, the best time to buy bagged wood pellets is before the heating season starts. If you have the space, and you’re familiar with the pellets you’re buying, and you have the funds available, you should consider buying a whole heating season worth of pellets at one […]