Install Solar Today to Take Advantage of the Federal Tax Credit

August 23rd, 2021
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Interested in installing solar and getting a solar tax credit? Now is the time! In order to claim your solar installation on your 2021 taxes and receive the 26% credit, you’ll need to install prior to the end of 2021. According to energy.gov, the federal residential solar energy credit is a tax credit that can be claimed on federal income taxes for a percentage of the cost of a solar photovoltaic (PV) system. Solar by Barron is the experienced team that can help with your installation! Read on to learn more.

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Visit Our Burlington Showroom on August 27th for Your Chance to Win Up to $30,000 in Products!

August 18th, 2021

The 92 Days of Summer continue, and Solar by Barron is proud to be a sponsor! 92.9 KISM and North Coast Credit Union are giving you a shot at a $30,000 Prize!

Start your day with the Brad and John Show and listen for your name every weekday morning at 7:30. When you hear your name, you’ll have 10 minutes to call the Classic Rockline at 360-733-KISM. You’ll be a qualifier for the 92 Days of Summer which means you’ve solidified your chance at the grand prize!

Qualifiers not only have a shot at the $30,000 payout that can be used on any product or service Barron provides within our service area, but they also win a finalist prize pack! You can register for your chance to be a qualifier wherever KISM is rockin’ the streets this summer.

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Look for 92.9 KISM at our Burlington Showroom location on

Friday, August 27th from 3pm-5pm.

Plus, sign up once per day at any sponsor location by scanning the QR Code on the 92 Days of Summer poster. For more information and the full contest rules, click here.

Our team of Home Performance Experts has served Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Snohomish & San Juan Counties since 1972 with a mission of Improving Lives™. We look forward to serving you! Contact Barron today.

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Barron Is Now Hiring! Is a Home Services Career Right for You?

August 9th, 2021
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If you’re looking for a particularly lucrative career path, then home services is worth exploring. Barron is currently hiring for:

The home services industry is thriving and ready for new recruits—contact us when you’re looking for a full-time, stable career in a field that isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Everyone needs reliable HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services for their homes and businesses, and Barron is the company that reliably provides this throughout Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Snohomish & San Juan Counties, since 1972, with a mission of Improving Lives™. Apply today by selecting one of the links above!

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What to Know about Fireplace Measurements

July 26th, 2021
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Before you visit our fireplace showroom to choose your next fireplace or insert, it’s a good idea to be prepared. Firelight by Barron is always here to help, and that’s why we’ve listed some pertinent information below on how to measure your fireplace and what else you need to know about fireplace measurements before making a purchase.

Once you’ve read through this post, go ahead and fill out our fireplace measurements form which will be submitted to our Firelight by Barron experts. There is an option to upload images of your current fireplace on the form!

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When Is It Time for an Emergency Plumbing Call?

July 12th, 2021
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Plumbing emergencies are something that no homeowner wants to deal with, but are almost inevitable. Fortunately, we’ve dealt with many types of plumbing emergencies, and we know they never happen at a “convenient” time—which is why we provide emergency services!

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Visit Our Ferndale Showroom on July 14th for Your Chance to Win up to $30,000 in Products!

July 6th, 2021
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The 92 Days of Summer are here and Solar by Barron is proud to be a sponsor. 92.9 KISM and North Coast Credit Union are giving you a shot at a $30,000 Prize!

Start your day with the Brad and John Show and listen for your name every weekday morning at 7:30. When you hear your name, you’ll have 10 minutes to call the Classic Rockline at 360-733-KISM. You’ll be a qualifier for the 92 Days of Summer which means you’ve solidified your chance at the grand prize!

Qualifiers not only have a shot at the $30,000 payout that can be used on any product or service Barron provides within our service area, but they also win a finalist prize pack! You can register for your chance to be a qualifier wherever KISM is rockin’ the streets this summer.

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Look for 92.9 KISM at our Ferndale Showroom location on Wednesday, July 14th from 3pm-5pm.

Plus, sign up once per day at any sponsor location by scanning the QR Code on the 92 Days of Summer poster. For more information and the full contest rules, click here.

Our team of Home Performance Experts has served Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Snohomish & San Juan Counties since 1972 with a mission of Improving Lives™. We look forward to serving you! Contact Barron today.

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History of the Fireplace

June 28th, 2021
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Since the Middle Ages, beautiful and even more importantly, functional, fireplaces have made it possible to bring warmth and a means for cooking inside the home. Since that time, fireplaces have become a beloved home feature for residences throughout Northwest Washington, where our temperatures stay cool for the most part throughout the year.

Modern innovations have improved fireplace efficiency, safety, and more in recent years, with modern fireplace improvements being added. We’ll dive into that more below. In the meantime, when you’re ready for a fireplace installation, insert, or stove reach out to the team at Firelight by Barron!

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Considering a New Heat Pump System?

June 14th, 2021
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For many homeowners in the market for a new cooling system, a heat pump is the perfect option. These systems are highly versatile, providing around-the-clock comfort, greater opportunity for indoor air quality, and substantial savings in your energy bill. The question is, is a heat pump the right choice for your home’s cooling needs?

Below, we’ve covered many of the common benefits of these systems, and we hope that if you have any questions about making a switch from a more traditional system, you’ll reach out to our Home Performance Experts! Heat pumps are fantastic investments that provide homeowners with lower monthly utility payments, and more. Read on!

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Turn to Barron Plumbing for Your Plumbing Repair Needs

May 31st, 2021
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Part of being a diligent homeowner is dealing with plumbing repairs and replacement from time to time. From broken water heater tanks to a loss of water pressure, the qualified team at Barron Plumbing can help. We don’t just simply install plumbing and call it a day—we are your local experts for all plumbing repairs and replacement.

These services include (but are not limited to):

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How to Find Your Ideal Gas Fireplace

May 17th, 2021
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For many Bellingham area residents, the heart of the home is their fireplace. This is something that our founder, Dan Barron, took great pride in—personalizing the comfort of homeowners throughout the region through expert craftsmanship and beautifully crafted hearth products from America’s leading brands of fireplaces, stoves, and inserts.

If you’ve been considering upgrading your aging and perhaps inefficiently wood-burning fireplace and converting to a gas burning fireplace, then you’ve found the right team. Firelight by Barron is focused on your safety and comfort, making your wellbeing our top priority, while delivering visually appealing and efficient products, such as gas-burning fireplaces and fireplace inserts.

Help Your Fireplace Go From Forgotten to Functional

When you have a fireplace in your home, you may as well get the most out of it, right? By converting from a wood-burning fireplace to a gas burner, you can benefit from:

  • A quick and convenient solution for zoned heating.
  • An improvement to room aesthetics in your home.
  • An improvement to heating efficiency.
  • Increased safety and cleanliness.

Gas fireplace inserts can be used for masonry or prefab fireplaces, and can be vented through your home’s existing chimney, or a wall for a free-standing unit. Gas inserts do not require much maintenance beyond your annual checkup, valued between $75-125 depending on your home’s needs. This is a great, affordable option for zoned heating as it allows you to turn up the gas in the room you’re enjoying while lowering the thermostat for the rest of your home.

Let’s not forget the green factor! Gas inserts burn with a 65-99% efficiency rating, resulting in very little pollution or smoke, and there is no ash or creosote produced with a gas-burning unit.

Find Your Ideal Gas Fireplace

Unsure of where to start with this process? Your first step is either to view our product catalog, or visit a Barron showroom to browse our working fireplace displays to get a real-life visual of what to expect.

A Firelight by Barron Hearth Expert will follow up with a free in-home layout, reviewing your project space and assessing your requirements. From there you can expect a seamless installation! And don’t forget to ask about our annual maintenance plans to keep your fireplace in good condition throughout the years to come.

Our team of Home Performance Experts has served Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Snohomish & San Juan Counties since 1972 with a mission of Improving Lives™. We look forward to serving you. Contact Firelight by Barron today for fireplace inserts and more!

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