INDIANAPOLIS (CONSUMER REPORTS) – When cold weather hits, a pellet stove or an electric fireplace insert can take the chill out of a room and give your home a cozier feel. Consumer Reports just ...

Grill masters looking to add a pellet grill to their backyard setup may want to check out this deal from Academy. The retailer is now offering a $100 discount on the Pit Boss 700FB1 wood pellet grill, ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Gas and charcoal grills have dominated the U.S. market for more than half a century. Gas delivers convenience because it starts instantly and lets you control the heat by turning dials. Charcoal gives ...

Brian Bennett is a former senior writer for the home and outdoor section at CNET. Despite their many strengths, though, pellet grills can be cantankerous. These products aren't simple charcoal grills ...