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COOKING ON YOUR WOOD STOVE

We all know how convenient a stove is at providing heat, whether it’s a gas or wood powered unit. And the fireplace is a wonderful place to gather your family. But did you know that stoves can also be used to cook a meal? The most common use of the top of the stove is to boil water but there are so many other things you can cook on it. Find out more about using a gas or wood stove for making meals – a handy thing in the event of a power outage or when preparing a slowly simmered meal on a cold winter’s day.

HOW AND WHAT TO COOK WITH YOUR STOVE


The most typical meals that you can make on wood or gas-powered stoves are soups and stews which utilize the radiant heat from the top of the unit. These are ideal on cold and blustery days. You can also use them to boil water for hot drinks and pasta, and you can sometimes even use a cast iron frying pan on top.

Wood-fired stoves are even more versatile as you can also wrap vegetables and potatoes in foil to cook them. Use a cast-iron dutch oven to roast and braise when the fire is low, or, as long as you use untreated wood in your fire, cook meat directly on some hot coals if you are experienced and careful. Both of the solutions above are fantastic options in the event of a power outage.

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3 Reasons Why Adding a Fireplace Can Increase Your Home’s Value

26 Jul, 2021
Did you know fireplaces are among the most popular home features found in homes for sale? Not only do they serve the functional purpose of providing additional warmth in your home but by adding a fireplace, you may also be helping increase your home’s value. Regardless if you live in sunny Las Vegas, NV , or cloudy Pittsburgh, PA , a fireplace is a simple way to add exciting architectural details to your home. 1) On average, homes with fireplaces are listed for 13% more than the national median sale price If you're getting ready to put your home on the market, a fireplace is one of the better return on investment features you should consider including in your home improvement projects before selling. Fireplaces may be a common feature in many homes nationwide, but they are especially apparent - and expected - in regions that experience seasonal weather like, Minneapolis, MN . Homes with fireplaces also currently boast a 99.9% sale-to-list ratio. Meaning homes with this feature currently going under contract are selling for 99.9% of their list price. So, if you're a seller that already has a fireplace installed, make sure to spotlight it during home tours to add that extra aesthetic appeal and make your home stand out.

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN HAVING YOUR CHIMNEY SWEPT

26 Jul, 2021
It is best practice to have your chimney swept at least once, if not twice, per year if you own a wood-burning fireplace. Scheduling chimney service is important and booking before busy season in the fall is a good idea. A chimney sweep will be able to provide feedback on the health of your fireplace and chimney and even give you pointers on increasing the efficiency of your wood-burning fireplace and how to use it properly. This is what you can expect when having your chimney swept.
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