Save money with wood boilers, just not in N. Smithfield

Posted by Allison Sonfist November 12, 2008 at 10:41 am

North Smithfield has become the first town in the Ocean State to restrict wood boilers, a cheap source of heat. The new regulations come after an increasing number of Rhode Islanders turned to wood boilers as the cost of oil and electricity skyrocketed.
The boilers can produce thick clouds of black smoke.
Information from: www.projo.com.

‘Throwing logs in the fireplace won’t save you money’

Posted by Allison Sonfist November 10, 2008 at 2:47 pm

What do you need to think about when looking to save money on heating oil this winter? Louise Sacco of www.frugalyankee.com offers some expert advice.