Propane or Natural Gas Cooking, Heating and Refrigeration

Propane or Natural Gas Cooking, Heating and Refrigeration

To eliminate the massive electricity draws associated with stoves and electric water tank immersion heaters, consider using propane or natural gas for these appliances.

Pellet Stoves

Pellet stoves use biomass pellets, which are an environmentally friendly fuel. They are made from compressed wood, waste paper products, and agricultural waste. They typically burn much cleaner than firewood and have very low moisture content. Compared to regular wood stoves, pellet stoves are up to three times as efficient, and burn extremely cleanly. Some stoves do such a good job that a regular chimney can be replaced with a wall-vented double pipe, which is a few inches in diameter. Pellets are stored in easy-to-handle bags, which are far cleaner than cords of wood.