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Y'all Vermont Castings

Y'all Vermont Castings

During the surging demand sparked by the 1979 oil embargo, Vermont Castings expanded from direct sales to a national dealer network, with the customer service manager taking charge of outreach...

Y'all Vermont Castings

During the surging demand sparked by the 1979 oil embargo, Vermont Castings expanded from direct sales to a national dealer network, with the customer service manager taking charge of outreach...

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The Cracked Fireback

The Cracked Fireback

In 1979, Vermont Castings faced soaring demand but struggled with customer concerns about cracks in their stoves' fireboxes. By focusing on exceeding customer expectations, the company transformed frustration into loyal...

The Cracked Fireback

In 1979, Vermont Castings faced soaring demand but struggled with customer concerns about cracks in their stoves' fireboxes. By focusing on exceeding customer expectations, the company transformed frustration into loyal...

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Remembering Uncle Duncle

Remembering Uncle Duncle

In an era when America forgot how to make things, Vermont Castings stoves were made by bearded, flannel-shirted Vermonters. While manufacturing facilities were proliferating in whatever foreign land had the...

Remembering Uncle Duncle

In an era when America forgot how to make things, Vermont Castings stoves were made by bearded, flannel-shirted Vermonters. While manufacturing facilities were proliferating in whatever foreign land had the...

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What Homeowners Need to Know About the Updated Biomass Tax Credit Rules

What Homeowners Need to Know About the Updated Bioma...

The IRS has updated the biomass tax credit, which went into effect on January 1, 2025. This move is an effort to advance the federal government's objective to encourage homeowners...

What Homeowners Need to Know About the Updated Bioma...

The IRS has updated the biomass tax credit, which went into effect on January 1, 2025. This move is an effort to advance the federal government's objective to encourage homeowners...

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Are Wood-Burning Stoves Worth It? A Detailed Guide

As colder weather approaches, you might be looking to find an alternative heat source. For many homeowners, the answer is a wood-burning stove. But are they worth it? A good...

Are Wood-Burning Stoves Worth It? A Detailed Guide

As colder weather approaches, you might be looking to find an alternative heat source. For many homeowners, the answer is a wood-burning stove. But are they worth it? A good...

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13 Stylish Wood Storage Ideas For Your Wood-Burning Stove

13 Stylish Wood Storage Ideas For Your Wood-Burning ...

Are you currently struggling with storage solutions for your firewood? Seasoning and storing firewood can be daunting, especially if you are relying on that firewood to heat your home during...

13 Stylish Wood Storage Ideas For Your Wood-Burning ...

Are you currently struggling with storage solutions for your firewood? Seasoning and storing firewood can be daunting, especially if you are relying on that firewood to heat your home during...

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