Monday, March 29, 2010

Pool heaters

Spring is fast approaching, and for most of us this means more time spent outside. At Holdens, we offer a range of products that can help enhance your time in your outdoor space. Our popular propane-fueled mosquito traps are a safe and effective way to reduce the pests that can limit your outdoor time.

Our unpredictable summers often limit the amount of use you can get out of your pool. A propane-powered pool heater can change this. A pool heater is a great investment that can enhance your enjoyment in addition to extending your season. Thinking of adding a spa or hot tub? Call our office and talk to us about how we can make your outdoor space work better for you.

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

bioheat

After a long winter, spring seems to finally be making an appearance! While our crews have been busy cleaning up from the aftermath of the recent windstorm, we all welcome the warm temperatures and are looking forward to summer.

As you consider your heating options for next year, you may be considering switching from traditional oil heat to our B5 Bioheat biofuel. Bioheat is the brand name of a fuel blend that contains 95 percent traditional heating oil and five percent “biosolids.” Biodegradable and nontoxic, these biosolids are made from plant products, such as soy, grown in the United States. B5 Bioheat actually burns more cleanly than traditional oilheat and has no negative impacts on existing equipment.

A product that contains only five percent biosolids and 95 percent traditional oil may not seem like a huge change—but the cumulative impact can be great. American farms can grow the plants that produce these biosolids, and a five percent reduction in oil use can lead to great environmental and economic effects.

The biofuel industry continues to grow and new advances are helping to create fuels that are more efficient. Please contact our office with any questions you may have about making the switch!