Auxiliary heating is a form of home heating that kicks in when your primary heating system can’t meet your home’s demands. Depending on where you live, auxiliary heat may come in the form of a fireplace, wood-burning stove, or space heater.  If your home has more than one source of primary heat and you have an emergency thermostat installed, aux heat can also include an emergency heat source like a pilot light or backup natural gas burner. Regardless of the type you have, auxiliary heating is a crucial element of any home heating system. It’s the backup plan that kicks in when the primary heat source can’t meet your home’s demands. read more