Will a Logburning Stove Heat My Whole House ?

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Very wise words from a previous customer!

“The winter of 2023 gas and electric bills meant it was time to act. An engineer from Kent Stoves (HETAS) registered company confirmed the idea of installing a woodstove was going to work well for us.

We got the old gas fire and pipework removed, measured up our fireplace and started looking for a stove that would fit our relatively small fireplace”.

“We did our homework and got Kent Stoves advice as to the correct wood burner we would need to heat our living area”.

Very important for heat and efficiency

“We have found a local joinery company from which we source our wood, so we are now burning waste wood that would otherwise be destined for landfill, the wood is dry and has no preservatives or other dangerous additives”

“This summer we have upgraded the loft insulation – prompted by another article. And, if we keep the stove going all day, it heats the entire house. We still use the central heating to heat the bedrooms if it’s very cold”.

HETAS-registered installers deal with wood, solid-fuel and biomass domestic heating appliances and can self-certify that their work complies with building regulations, so it’s safe and legal.

Some benefits of installing a stove

  1. Increased property
  2. Smaller heating bills
  3. Power cut – no problem
  4. Environmentally friendly

What to do if you want to save money

If you would like to know if you could benefit from a wood burning stove get in contact and one of our qualified fitters (HETAS) registered engineers will guide you in the right direction.

 

Best Time To Install A Stove ?

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Best Time to Install A Stove? Sales records broken in 2024/25

Sales of wood burning stoves are increasing year on year but last year saw really exceptional growth with a massive 36% growth compared to the previous 12 months. So the best time to install a stove?

Why are sales increasing so rapidly?

It is simply down to economics; people are fed up and very worried that electricity and gas prices are going to continue to increase.

Homeowners have responded to these increases by looking for alternative forms of heating and a log burner is very high on the wish list.

A wood burning stove not only looks good and performs to exceptional levels it can increase the value of your property.

Considerations. 

With the winter months approaching now is a very good time to start planning!

Freezing cold temperatures, power cuts, cracked pipes and cancelled repairs… Sound familiar? When you have a wood burning stove installed you have a reliable form of heating that is not dependent on electricity or other forms of modern technologies.

If you burn the right wood your stove will be environmentally friendly, for example seasoned wood rather than varnished scrap wood, the process is carbon neutral.

This means wood burning stoves do not increase the levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Wood logs do emit carbon dioxide when they are burned, but this is then neutralised by growing replacement trees.

Need some help?

If you would like to know more on how a wood burner could help you please do get in touch. One of our (HETAS registered) qualified fitters will be pleased to assist.

 

log burner are stove installations cheaper in summer

How To Get My Stove Ready For Next Season ?

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How to get my stove ready for next season? Save money on your heating bill this coming winter

Installing a wood burner in your home could save you in the long term a great deal of money. The savings will depend on how efficient your new stove is and the fuel you use.

Crucial – Burning wood with 20% or less moisture will minimise pollutants and increase efficiency. Kiln-dried wood has less than 20% moisture but is more expensive than seasoned logs.

Most stove owners burn seasoned logs, and 27% of the owners told us they collect free wood from local resources.

So how to get my stove ready for next season? Just imagine the savings you could make if you could source your own wood to burn free.

New efficient stoves reduce potentially harmful particle emissions by more than 80%, compared with stoves from 10 years ago, according to the Stove Industry Alliance.

A survey of stove owners taken to establish whether it’s really worth the initial outlay discovered that 74% said their stove does save them money!!

Always use professionals (HETAS registered)

In addition to keeping your stove clean inside and outside, be sure to have it inspected by a licensed professional (HETAS) at least once a year to make sure that everything is working perfectly.

It is vital to have your chimney cleaned and checked by a chimney sweep at least once a year or more often if you use your wood burning stove on a regular basis.

Poorly maintained or blocked chimneys pose a serious safety risk because they can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and chimney fires.

Can we help?

If you require any assistance with your wood burner, please make contact. One of our qualified fitters will be happy to assist.

Stove Service Time ?

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Stove Service Time? Have you checked your stove this year for the following?

Now is the time to get your stove serviced and cleaned ready for the next winter. Engineers at this time of year are generally less busy and therefore easier to book.

Wood burning stove maintenance and cleaning mostly consists of regular removal of the ashes which also boosts the stove’s efficiency. Occasional cleaning of the internal surfaces with a wire brush or scraper will also improve your stoves performance.

You should always keep a close eye on potential problems such as holes in the ash pan, cracks, spots of rust on the finish and other unusual signs that may indicate damage.

It is also advisable to clean the glass on a regular basis because the longer you postpone the cleaning the harder is gets to remove the tar deposits. Always leave your stove to cool completely before you carry out any maintenance or cleaning chores.

Very important tip for the summer months

Outside the heating season leave the air inlet or the door of the stove slightly open in order to prevent condensation build-up in the stove and chimney.

Professional fitting is vital for safety and insurance.

HETAS approval

Poorly installed stoves do pose very real risks from carbon monoxide poisoning to house fires and smoke inhalation, all of which can have devastating and fatal consequences.

It is recommended to use a HETAS qualified fitter to install any wood burning appliance for safety and insurance purposes.

Can we help?

If you are thinking of adding a wood burning stove to your home, please do make contact. Also is it stove service time? One of our fully qualified (HETAS registered) fitters will be happy to assist.