The Energy House and Travis Industries have introduced the new Tempest Gas Torch to Northern California. This exciting new product bring a wide variety of possibilities to outdoor living areas as well as retail storefronts, restaurant patio dining and grand entry ways.

Created for a wide array of outdoor settings and applications, the Tempest Torch puts a unique, intriguing presentation of flame to movable stainless steel propane columns as well as atop stone pillars or deck posts and attached to any buildings exterior.

The Tempest Torch features a spinning, spiral-like flame within an open aired , rectangular tempered glass housing. This patent pending torch technology requires no mechanical or electrical means to operate. Its no-power draft system simply utilizes the Venturi effect for its unique flame appearance. The Tempest’s glass housing design constricts inward oxygen needed for combustion thus reducing pressure. At the same time flame velocity is increased for a dramatic, spiral-like presentation of fire.

The Tempest Torch offers numerous display options for varied design options in almost any home or business setting. There is an easy-to-move-around deck version to enhance those fun-filled evening on the deck with friends and/or family.

Tempest Torch is able to run off attached gas lines or standard 5 gallon propane tanks. The flame reaches a height of 17″ and puts out up to 20,000 BTUs of heat. The four-sided 18″ tall open-aired tempered glass housing is designed to prevent the flame from going out during high winds or rainfall. However, an automatic safety shutoff is incorporated into each unit.

Come on into our showroom in either Gilroy or San Carlos and view the Tempest Torch in operation. You will fall in love with the possibilities to enhance entertaining at home or at your business.

As cold weather approaches many families are considering a new fireplace or fireplace insert. Sometimes choice of fuel is a confusing item in the selection process. When choosing a fireplace or insert we suggest that you choose a heating system based on what’s best for your lifestyle long term, not just on a reaction to the current spike in oil prices.

Even at current prices, gas remains one of the most economical fuels available. Ask yourself if chopping, splitting, drying, hauling and lighting firewood is practical for your lifestyle? All fuel sources can rise in price including seasoned cord wood and pellet fuel. If you have not secured pellet fuel sources, you should check availability before you purchase a pellet stove or insert.

Wouldn’t a few dollars increase per month be worth it for the convenience of gas? In some places, cordwood can be more expensive than natural gas! Stay Informed. Contact your local natural gas company for the latest information and prices. They will be happy to work with you and supply you with up-to-date information any time you need.

What’s more, many gas companies offer monthly payments that are averaged and spread out over the entire year to offset the heating season prices. One local gas company said that the additional cost increase to heat 1,000 square feet per month with one of our gas appliances would be just $9 a month over their customer’s regular bill. This is only the cost of one movie ticket.

Gas remains one of the most efficient, convenient and clean burning fuel sources available among all appliances.
- Natural gas and L.P. are the cleanest burning fuels available. They are the healthiest choices of all burning fuels in terms of emissions for both the natural environment and the air quality inside your home.

- Gas appliances are the easiest of all hearth appliances to use. Remote
controls and thermostats add even more convenience. Unlike a wood stove, you can set your thermostat to keep your home warm even when you’re gone.

- Gas stoves and fireplaces will continue to heat your home even during a power outage.

- Direct vent gas appliances are flexible to install virtually anywhere in your home.

- Gas products feature sealed combustion systems and require no interior air for combustion.

- Many gas appliances don’t require a hearth.

- Gas appliances require little maintenance.

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There are certainly many choices between wood and gas. If it is possible in your area to have a wood fireplace it might be a great choice. There is nothing like a roaring wood fire on a cold evening. However, some of the points we have made should be considered before purchasing any appliance. Our trained consultants will be glad to answer any questions and to help in your choice.

This week the finishing touches were applied to the revamped showroom in the Gilroy warehouse. New tile and carpet make the showroom come alive with atmosphere. We have a superior display of both fireplaces and fireplace inserts. Most models on display can be fired-up and you can experience the superior log sets and flame display.

In addition, we have built and installed barbeque islands featuring the FireMagic barbeques. FireMagic is one of the premier barbeques available and is built in America to guarantee quality.

Ryan Karcich, General Manager said, “We are looking forward to helping our clients maximize their heating expenditure through the coming cold weather. New models have been introduced with greater efficiency to help to control costs in this difficult economic time”.

In addition to the Gilroy showroom, we have a showroom in San Carlos at 1300 Industrial Road, #17. Both showrooms have an extensive display of fireplaces, inserts and mantels.