I have a heating problem and question. Can anyone help?

[Paper Roses]

3. Hi Warpy,

As you know, this is a constant problem with an old house.

I will look into a gas fireplace, I not know the particulars but will look into them tomorrow.
Although I have gas into the house, the 'L' is hard to reach with any standard piping. I could put a propane tank in the back yard that would feed into a free standing fireplace, I think. Don't know what the professionals would say.
I can stand the cold upstairs, it is the den I worry about because there is a bathroom off the end that needs to be kept from freezing.
This whole thing is too much to comprehend.

My electric bill in the cold months with this Hydro-Sil heater has been astronomical, now that I need help and they are out of business, it is time for me to seek alternatives. If they were still in business, maybe they could fix this unit.
Who knows. Perhaps this is for the best. It will force me into looking for another means of heat for this room.
I plan to call the Gas company also. I am told they can convert my whole furnace to gas from oil.
It cost me over $7000.00 for the furnace 6 years ago, another 1500.00 for new tanks.
Hate to see that $$ go to waste but I am at the end of my rope.

I don't know where I can scrounge up the money but we'll see what I can come up with after a few calls.
Thanks for your input
PR