Have you had a chance to visit Total Home Supply's Made in the USA category page?  THS has always felt it was important to support the domestic workforce, so some time ago, we designed a category where you can find all the items we sell, that are manufactured in the United States.

From Air Conditioners…

Football season is now over, but grilling season never ends.  Short on space but in the mood for some juicy burgers or grilled veggies?  Check out the GRB32231S Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill from Kalorik.  While this grill will fit anywhere from an apartment balcony to right alongside…

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It's the Monday before the Super Bowl...are you ready?  The weather throughout most of the country has been unseasonal, to say the least.  While Super Bowl Sunday is always a big grilling day, you have to think with the warmer winter, even more grillmasters will be out on the deck creating some real good eats.

But, are you ready?  When's the last time you really cleaned that grill? Heat it up a bit and get out that wire brush...scrape those grates.  Take a look at those lava…

By definition, energy efficiency means using the minimum amount of energy to produce the most output.  That being said, doesn't it make sense to use technology that works by starting with a low energy boost and increasing to get the desired effect, rather than going full blast and wasting energy getting down to where you want to be?

That is the idea behind Variable Speed Technology.  With the changes currently taking place within the newer HVAC systems, moving from…

Let's face it, winter driving is annoying, stressful and at times... dangerous.  So, while the best advice in bad weather is not to drive, there are times when it can't be avoided.  Here are some basic tips to help you stay safe when Mother Nature is having a bad day.

• Be sure your car is ready:  Check your battery, wiper blades, tires, belts, antifreeze and heater
• Drive slower:  A no-brainer.  You may be in a hurry to get…

It seems as if the easy ride into winter has ended.   It's getting cold, and quickly.   While most of us are capable of keeping ourselves warm as the temperatures plummet, not so the elderly.   Take the time to visit a senior neighbor or relative.  Going to the store in cold or bad weather can be an energy-sapping, and even dangerous adventure for those less nimble.  Offer to pick-up their groceries as you do your own shopping.  Walk their dog.  Check on their furnace, have they had an oil…

The holiday season is here.  Hanukkah began at sundown last night, Christmas is this weekend.  And don't forget that Festivus "the holiday for the rest of us",  arrives on Friday.  Whatever holiday you celebrate, the staff of Total Home Supply would like to wish you a safe and joyous one.

As 2011 winds down, the THS family would also like to thank all of you…

Where do we begin in talking about the exciting features and advantages of the Prestyl USA Far-Infrared Electric Heating Panel System?

The thin-film technology took 16 years to develop, and it's worth the wait.  Using technology not found in any other competitor's product, the heating panels use infrared energy to heat surfaces in the same way the sun heats the…

We've all been taught that it's better to give than to receive.  But, it's even better to give and receive.

TotalHomeSupply.com has begun its second annual "Feed the hungry, then yourself." food drive, where donations are collected at holiday office parties.  Economic conditions have left so many families dependent on the food pantry in their neighborhood for providing their basic needs,…

While a visit from Santa is still more than a month away, the time to prepare for the holiday season is now.  Offering items from heating options to cooktops, ranges and more, Total Home Supply is pleased to announce its second annual "It Won't Fit In Your Stocking Sale." 

No need to wait until Black Friday to…

Imagine your cell phone rings and it's an unsolicited phone marketer.  Now just imagine, with a presidential election next year, all the unwanted political cell phone calls you might receive.

Well that could happen if Congress agrees to it.  The "Mobile Information Call Act" is an amendment to the Communications Act of 1934, and will allow political committees, political action groups and other political organizations to call you on your mobile phone.  If passed, it…

Heating season has arrived, and while we all look to cut down on our utility bills, there are some ideas for lowering heating costs that are not as efficient as you might think.

• If you keep your indoor thermostat set at a constant level, rather than with a programmable thermostat, you could be using anywhere from 5% to 15% more heat.  Even though your furnace will need to cycle more when you raise the temperature back up, lowering the temperature during the day and…

Just like that, we have gone from early fall to early winter.  Except for the northern and mountain states, snow in October is an unusual occurence in most areas.  Not to mention, it wasn't just a dusting.  So now that Mother Nature has made our heads spin, it's time to really prepare for the upcoming winter season.

Starting with your heating system, it's definitely time to give your HVAC guy a call for a furnace check.  Check your filters and vacuum our your…

While most of us are aware of the importance of safety valves, nowhere are they more critical than on gas logs.  In a gas log burner, a safety valve prevents gas from escaping into the room, in the event the pilot flame goes out.  Because propane gas is heavier than air, any gas that enters the room will not escape through the venting and will instead remain in the room.  For…

Depending on the type of cooking and the location of the range, the recommended ventilation for a kitchen range hood can vary greatly.  Hoods which are mounted directly over the cooking surface are much more effective at capturing and exhausting the heat and odors...at a much lower air volume.  A downdraft ventilation will need a higher volume and speed to accomplish the same function.  While the style of a…

While ceramic cooktops add a beautiful touch to your kitchen, keeping them clean can be a constant battle.  Because spills get cooked as soon as they touch the ceramic surface, cleaning the burned-on mess can be a bit difficult.  With just a few steps however, you can get your cooktop looking good as new.

• First, make sure the cooktop is completely cool.  To start the cleaning, pour a bit of…

Buying the right size gas heater or furnace is critical for optimum performance and efficiency.  While trying to determine how many BTUs are needed for your home can be a little tricky, Total Home Supply has added a great new feature to our website...just in time for the heating season.

Located on the left side of every web page, below the Resources section, you can now find a Heating BTU Calculator.  Clicking on…

When installing a gas heater in your home, other than choosing the type of gas you will be using, another choice you need to make is between a vented or vent-free model.  While there are pros and cons for each method, there are a few things to consider for vent-free models.

While most states allow the installation of vent-free heaters, there are a few that do not.  Some states also prohibit…

Ten years ago yesterday, what would occur the next day seemed inconceivable.  Two buildings, so much more than steel and glass, were reduced to a mass of entangled ruins.  And then the lives.   From the Towers themselves, 2606 men and women went to work on a spectacular New York morning, and through fate or circumstance, never returned home.

While some parts of the country may have moved past that day, to the communities directly and indirectly affected by it, the wounds are…