Wood Pellet Stoves Are Hot Items
No doubt about it, Wood Pellet stoves are definitely hot! The time is right for a development that allows for the use of waste sawdust repackaged into a clean, convenient method of heating a home. Wood Pellet stoves are definitely that development, or at least part of the technology that will enable homeowners to heat their homes in a manner that is environmentally friendly as well as economically advantageous.
Wood Pellets are small pieces of compacted sawdust that are packaged neatly in 40 pound bags for burning in pellet stoves. They are much cleaner than dealing with sticks of wood, and burn more efficiently. A 40 pound bag, which sells for about $4 (this will vary) will burn for about 24 hours and produce only a half cup or less of ashes. The venting system is much less elaborate than the stovepipe and chimney needed for burning wood, and the emissions are clean and few.
There are several things to consider when buying a Wood Pellet stove. First of all, do not buy more stove than you need. They can really put out the heat, so buy the smallest stove that will do the job. Next decide if you want a bottom or top fed stove. In general, the top feeders sometimes require servicing, while the bottom feeders require cleaning out the ashes more often. Also you must use top quality pellets when burning from the top, but can have more waste and lower quality pellets with the bottom fed stoves.
Some pellet stoves are designed to burn a variety of fuels, while others will burn only Wood Pellets. Some will burn other types of biomass fuel, such as corn or cherry pits, while others will even burn coal. Think about which fuels you are likely to want to use in the future when choosing your pellet stove. These stoves are not cheap when you first make the purchase, but as you save money on fuel, you will eventually make up the difference.
Virtually all pellet stoves at this time rely on electricity for fans to blow the heat out and for other features of the stove. If you have frequent power outages during the winters where you live, you might want to plan for a gas-powered generator or an alternate heating method.
Check out all the options as you discuss your choices with a reputable dealer. Then plan to have the stove professionally installed unless you are a very experienced do-it-yourself type. Pay attention to all safety recommendations made by the manufacturer. It is not worth compromising on the family’s safety when it comes to heating the home!
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