7 January 2021

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Can a High-Efficiency Wood Stove Cut Your Energy Bill?

Can a High-Efficiency Wood Stove Cut Your Energy Bill?

by Northern Cookstoves
Living in Canada, we have learned to embrace the cold. There are many wonderful qualities to living in a four season country, but our energy bills definitely do not make the top ten list. Canadians look for ways to save money on their electricity bills every winter, and most of them include going without. Not having the heat as high as you'd like, constantly changing it based on when you'll be out of the house, and wearing extra layers are a few ways people attempt to lower their en...

14 December 2020

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Ottawa Residents Who Upgrade Their Wood Burning Stoves Could Earn Up to $750 - Here's How!

Ottawa Residents Who Upgrade Their Wood Burning Stoves Could Earn Up to $750 - Here's How!

by Northern Cookstoves
Do you live in rural Ottawa and currently have an uncertified wood burning stove, wood burning insert, fireplace, or wood burning masonry fireplace installed in your home? Then you may be eligible to participate in Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association of Canada's Ottawa Wood Burning Changeout Program, which is offering an Ontario energy rebate of up to $750 to households that upgrade old wood burning appliances to a cleaner-burning certified appliance. Why the Ottawa Wood Burning ...

12 November 2020

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Wood Stove Installation: How to Install a Wood Stove

Wood Stove Installation: How to Install a Wood Stove

by Northern Cookstoves
As the air outside gets cooler with the coming season, you may be thinking about ways to heat your home this winter that are energy- and cost-efficient. A wood stove can be both! Wood stoves offer an affordable way to heat your home or cottage in the winter, look great, and also provide a place to cook fantastic meals (mmm wood stove pizzas). Unless you are very handy, we would recommend hiring a professional to take care of the wood stove installation process, however, we'll show you ...

9 October 2020

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How to Winterize Your Cottage, Cabin, or House

How to Winterize Your Cottage, Cabin, or House

by Northern Cookstoves
As the calendar creeps down to its last few pages, it's time to start preparing for the colder weather. This includes winterizing your abodes, whether it be the cottage, cabin, or even your house. If you're thinking about getting more use out of your cottage or cabin this year and making it into a home that can be enjoyed year-round, you've got some work to do! Follow these tips to winterize your cottage, cabin, or house. Insulation: The Key to Winterizing Any Space First st...

11 September 2020

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Wood Stove vs. Fireplace: Which One is Better for Your Home?

Wood Stove vs. Fireplace: Which One is Better for Your Home?

by Northern Cookstoves
If you're in the market for a wood stove or a fireplace, you're likely weighing the pros and cons of each. Which one is safer, more efficient, or environmentally friendly? Is one more practical than the other? Will you use one more? Which one looks the nicest? There are many factors that go into deciding which fire appliance is right for your home. Read on to discover the choice that is best for your home. Wood Stove vs. Fireplace: Safety Safety always needs to be a top priority...

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