Archive for Pellets

Getting Ready for Grilling Season

cast iron iron with burgers in the background

One of the best parts of spring and summer is smelling that first burger, veggie kebab or steak sizzling on the grill. Getting ready for grilling season ensures you are ready to serve a savory meal on the first day that perfect weather hits. You can prepare for cookouts, gatherings and special family meals by gathering the best grilling tools, collecting new recipes, cleaning and inspecting your grill, upgrading your grill and stocking up on fuel.  A new grilling season is the best time to try some new cooking pellet flavors. It’s also an excellent time to upgrade to a […]

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Are Heating Pellets the Same as Cooking Pellets?

Are heating pellets the same as cooking pellets?

What Are Pellets? | Wood Pellet Misconceptions | Heating Pellets vs. Cooking Pellets | How Are BBQ Pellets Made? | Types Of BBQ Pellets | Cooking With Wood Pellets   Using pellets to grill and smoke food is becoming increasingly popular. Many different types of wood pellets are available, including heating pellets, cooking pellets and food-grade pellets. This post covers the differences between cooking and heating pellets, reviews the different varieties of pellets, and details some common misconceptions. What Are Pellets? Before you can understand the difference between heating and cooking pellets, you need to know what pellets are. Pellet fuel, […]

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How Are Grilling Pellets Made?

How are cooking pellets made?

If you’re new to the world of grilling, you might find yourself wondering what the fuss is all about. Why are some people firmly in favor of charcoal grilling while others are in the propane camp? What do wood grilling pellets have to offer that charcoal or propane don’t? In many ways, BBQ or grilling pellets offer a best of both worlds option when you’re manning the grill. They have some of the benefits of propane and some of the benefits of charcoal, with fewer drawbacks. To learn more about the difference, find out how grilling pellets are made.  What Are […]

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Federal Tax Credit for Pellet Heating Appliances & Installations

Federal Tax Credit for Pellet Heating Appliances & Installations

There’s nothing better than that cozy feeling of heating up your home with a wood pellet stove. If you’ve been looking into purchasing a wood or pellet heating appliance, there’s never been a better time. To become more energy-efficient, a spending pandemic relief package called The Wood and Pellet Heater Investment Tax Credit was signed into law in December 2020 that allows a 26% tax credit on wood and pellet heaters. Under Section 25D of the Internal Revenue Code, the renewable energy investment tax credit covers 26% of both the purchase and installation cost of the appliance through 2021 and […]

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How Are Heating Pellets Made?

How Are Heating Pellets Made?

In recent years, pellet appliances are more popular than ever before among homeowners. As many people embrace being environmentally friendly, pellets provide homeowners with a sustainable source of energy. Unlike their counterparts, appliances that use heating pellets burn renewable biomass pellet fuel, making it significantly less harmful to the ecosystem.  Want to know how to make heating pellets? Below, we’ll share what heating pellets are made of and the process for creating them. What Are Heating Pellets? What Are Heating Pellets Made Of? How Are Heating Pellets Made For Consumers? Are Heating Pellets The Right Choice For You? Contact Energex […]

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