Many of our customers come to us and tell us that they are tired of sitting in front of that old masonry fireplace watching all that heat go up the chimney. Traditional open fireplaces can have an efficiency rating as low as 15% and, other than the enjoyment of the fire, they can draw heat out of the house.

We have a great selection of gas or wood inserts that are designed to turn almost any open metal or masonry fireplace into a very efficient source of heat and enjoyment. Our gas inserts achieve efficiency ratings as high as 86% and, in some cases, can heat a major portion of the house.

In addition to the efficiency of these inserts, you can customize the look and feel of the fireplace. We offer a large selection of attractive faces, clean looking surround panels and optional firebrick selections. In most cases you and your guests will think that the fireplace was designed to be that complementary to your home.

A big plus in our gas inserts is our patented Ember-Fyre combustion burner system whick delivers both efficient heat and and an appearance similar to a real wood fire. Our customers also love the ease of use of the remote control and the dynamic fan system which keeps the heat coming.

Many of our rural customers love the convenience of wood inserts. A wood burning insert can keep you warm and self-sufficient in the event of bad weather or an electrical outage. Wood inserts heat evenly utilizing our new combustion chambers. Smokeless start-up and reloading are a unique part of our product offering. With our wood inserts fires burn longer and with greater efficiency and they are EPA approved.

We have extensive displays of both wood and gas inserts in our Gilroy showroom at 6205 Engle Way (408-842-6570) and our showroom in San Carlos at 1300 Industrial Road, #17 (650-593-1496. Come on in and get out of the cold!

For further directions or more information, visit our website at www.energy-house.com.

“Green can save you cash” is a concept that should arouse the interest of consumers looking at purchasing fireplaces and stoves in the coming months. The cost of central heating is on the rise and the joy and warmth of a glowing fire can result in more than just saving money.

Energy House is committed to providing green products that also save money. Each of our products is designed to focus on fuels that not only provide superior ambiance and warmth, these fireplaces and stoves are great for the environment. A green hearth product produces significant environmental advantages. These advantages include reduced carbon footprint, sustainability, fuel renewability and much improved efficiency.

Some of present customers came to us thinking that wood stoves smoke, pellet stoves are dirty and natural gas is imported and costly. What they found out was that our stoves are tested to strict standards for efficiency and are designed for minimal impact on the environment. Most of our products are a greener alternative to traditional central heating systems. We also know that not one fuel is right for everyone and we have trained our consultants to carefully evaluate each individual situation. Our customers want to be environmentally friendly and we are committed to helping them accomplish that, as well as add value to their home and save money keeping it warm.

WOOD IS SUSTAINABLE AND RENEWABLE. Burning wood does not leave a carbon footprint. Our EPA rated stoves and fireplaces reduce emissions dramatically if burned correctly. Many of our customers have a ready supply of wood on their property while others support the local economy by seeking out a local supplier.

PELLETS ARE A BIOMASS FUEL MADE FROM WASTE PRODUCTS FROM RENEWABLE SOURCES. An advantage of pellet stoves is that they can be controlled to burn only the amount of pellets needed for the desired amount of heat. However, pellets are bulky to store and the reliance of pellet stoves on electricity dilute their attractiveness in the event of power outages. However, they provide an alternative for those who enjoy a real wood fire.

NATURAL GAS IS A CLEAN BURNING FUEL. Gas is relatively inexpensive and is readily available in our urban areas. Dust and ash are never a problem with gas and gas keeps on working in electrical power outages.

There is a place for green fireplaces and stoves as well as standard entertaining products. It is critical to understand the role of the mixture of function and entertainment. The big advantage of Energy House is that we have a wide range of choices for every need.

Energy House factory-trained consultants provide a source of valuable information for consumers. Any consumer that wants to have a fireplace or insert that is environmentally friendly, as well as economical, should come in discuss needs with our team. We have showrooms in Gilroy at 6205 Engle Way (408-842-6570) and at 1300 Industrial Road in San Carlos (650-593-1496).

Visit our website at www.energy-house.com for more information and directions.

In the present economic environment and the onset of cold weather there is an increasing interest by our customers in energy efficient inserts for their old inefficient fireplaces as well as environmentally friendly fireplaces. With the cost of central methods of home heating continually on the rise, heating with a warm fire will do more than just save money.

Today’s consumer wants to be environmentally friendly, add value to their home and save money keeping it warm too! Energy House is committed to providing consumers with both fireplaces and inserts that not only produce a visible flame for ambiance and warmth, but are beneficial for the environment. Our products are tested to strict standards for efficiency and are a greener alternative to traditional central heating systems.

A green fireplace or insert provides environmental advantages over standard hearth products and over central heating systems typically installed in today’s homes. Green products present consumers with the advantage of fuel renewability, sustainability, reduced carbon footprint and money saving efficiency.

There is a place for both types of hearth products, green as well as standard hearth products. Some fireplaces and inserts are very efficient and some only have beautiful flames and styling. Energy House has striven to present product that is economical, efficient and good looking. The interesting thing about hearth products is that there is a wide variety of products and manufacturers. Plus, there is not one fuel or design that is right for everyone.

Energy House factory-trained consultants provide a source of valuable information for consumers. Any consumer that wants to have a fireplace or insert that is environmentally friendly as well as economical should come in discuss needs with our team. We have showrooms in Gilroy at 6205 Engle Way (408-842-6570) and at 1300 Industrial Road in San Carlos (650-593-1496).

Visit our website at www.energy-house.com for more information and directions.

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.