The Metro West area of Boston  has plenty of locally owned small businesses. When you have purchases to make for your home, consider the private and locally owned shops and stores in your neighborhood.

There is no better time to shop local than August 11 and 12 during Massachusetts’ tax free weekend. If you are in the market for a better, more efficient, more cost effective and more beautiful way to heat your home, shop at The Grill and Fireplace Shop at West Sport. You can shop now, and make your purchase during tax free weekend.

Heating with wood is the most efficient way to heat your home. Wood stoves and wood burning fireplace inserts are attractive and effective. Come take look at the beautiful selection and see how wood stoves and wood burning fireplace inserts can enhance  your home.

Why shop local? Shopping locally promotes small businesses and keeps money in our local economy. But a better reason is for the customer service and dedication to satisfaction you will receive.  Of course, supporting small businesses in Boston’s Metro West also supports local jobs and keeps business in the community.

Locally owned and operated small businesses employ neighbors and reinvests money close to home; small businesses fuel our economic prosperity. So for your wood stove or wood burning fireplace insert, forgo the box stores and shop local.

If you are thinking of making any large purchases in the coming weeks or months on a new charcoal, gas or pellet grill or on home heating equipment like wood burning fireplace inserts, gas stoves or pellet stove inserts, now is the time to shop.

Massachusetts will be hosting another tax free weekend in August. Come in to West Sport and place your orders now. We are offering specials on everything, so you can save twice. Take advantage of our specials, pay on tax free weekend, and save again on the taxes.

You will be first in line for delivery and installation of your new grill or fireplace appliance.

We are in the midst of summer, but unfortunately fall is right around the corner. Take advantage of the tax free weekend, even if you won’t be around in August. Shop now and save. Place your order, we’ll charge you on Tax-free weekend, which looks likely to return to Massachusetts on Aug. 11-12.

During the two-day Tax free event, all purchases made in the Commonwealth totaling less than $2,500 will not be subject to state tax, which could mean significant savings. Take advantage of the tax savings and take advantage of the specials. Contact us for more information.

You have probably been doing some serious grilling during this great Boston weather we have been having. Here are some celebrity chef grilling tips to make your outdoor dinners and parties even better!

1. Before lighting the grill, apply non-stick spray to the grill grates. The non-stick spray helps keep food from sticking and cuts down on clean-up time.

2. For charcoal grills, never use gasoline, kerosene or highly volatile fluids as a starter. Use electric starters, solid metal chimneys or starters specifically made for lighting charcoal briquettes or wood chunks.

3. Always have an extra bag of charcoal or a full propane tank in case you run out in the middle of grilling.

4. To check if the temperature is ready for grilling on a charcoal grill, carefully hold your hand, palm side down, four to six inches above the grill grate. If you can keep it there for:

• 5+ seconds, the heat is low
• 4 seconds, the heat is medium
• 3 seconds, the heat is medium-hot
• 1-2 seconds, the heat is hot and ready

5. Keep your meats refrigerated and cold before grilling to reduce chances of bacteria growth.

6. For both gas grills and charcoal, when cooking with a medium to high heat flame keep the lid open when grilling directly over a fire. When you're grilling low and slow, keep the lid closed and use indirect heat.

7. Use the right grilling tools for. Invest in a good set of knives, some tongs, a spatula and a meat thermometer. Never stick the meat, use a turner.

8. Never leave your grill once you have started to grill your food. Stand by your post and be mindful of children.

9. Never squish, poke or cut into any meats you are grilling. This will cause your meats to dry out and overcook. When cooking hot dogs and sausages, turn the heat down and grill slowly to keep them plump and juicy. Keep them moving on the grill to prevent them from scorching.

10. A clean grill is a hotter, healthier grill. Scrub your grill with a sturdy grill brush after each grilling session to keep bugs, insects, rodents and pesky varmints from seeking any tasty leftover bits from your grill.

Enjoy grilling this summer with the right grill and the right tools. Looking for a new grill, grill supplies, propane or charcoal? Contact West Sport.

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We had fun seeing everyone who came out for the  Sudbury 4th of July parade. The theme of this year’s parade was “Past, Present, and Future.” As a locally owned business in Sudbury since 1975, with plans to be around for a while longer, we thought this year’s theme was perfect for us.

Fourth of July has come and gone, but you can continue to celebrate our nation’s birthday and independence by shopping at your locally owned fireplace and grill shop. The Grill and Fireplace Shop at West Sport, located on Boston Post Road in Sudbury, is running specials on  charcoal grills, pellet grills and gas grills all month long.

Come on in and see all of our grills, we have whatever you need for your backyard outdoor living space.

Buy any Kamado Joe Charcoal Grill and receive a bag of hardwood charcoal AND we will also give you the heat deflector that turns you charcoal grill into a smoker! FREE! Value- $85.

Buy any gas grill and receive a free propane fill up, plus a FREE grill cover. Value $80!

Buy any pellet grill and receive a free bag of hardwood pellets and a bottle of special Green Mountain BBQ sauce!

For more information contact us, and see our coupons.