Keeping warmer this coming winter

A wood burning stove may be installed in most areas of a home, provided that there is an accessible route for venting the exhaust pipe to the exterior. This allows for effective zone heating of individual rooms or spaces, making wood stoves an efficient and practical option for residential heating.

Would you like more economical heating?

Wood serves as a cost-effective fuel source, offering a lower cost per BTU compared to oil, gas, or electricity. Homeowners who implement zone heating can achieve significant savings on utility bills each year. Given the anticipated increases in gas and electricity prices in the near future, wood burning presents itself as a viable alternative for residential heating.

Very fast quality heating

A primary benefit for homeowners utilizing wood burning stoves is the superior quality of heat they provide. These stoves operate on the principle of radiant heat, which distributes warmth more quickly and efficiently than systems relying on forced air through vents. When installed centrally within a residence, a wood stove effectively increases the ambient temperature throughout the home. Consequently, this can lead to reduced reliance on other heating sources and lower overall heating expenses, as central heating thermostats remain inactive.

Are they good for the environment?

Wood is more eco-friendly than fossil fuels like natural gas, propane, or coal. As a carbon-neutral fuel, burning wood releases only the carbon dioxide it absorbed while growing, resulting in a balanced environmental impact.

Can we help?

If you would like assistance selecting and installing your new log burner, please get in touch and one of our qualified fitters (HETAS reg) will be happy to help.

Hetas Installer Near Me. Wood burning stoves and the future

An increased awareness of environmental issues, together with rocketing fuel prices has increased demand. This has led to a dramatic uptake in demand for wood burning domestic heating systems.

More than 1.3 million UK homes are already using wood burning stoves. And this will continue to increase.

The installation of wood burning, and multi-fuel stoves is “monitored” under Building Regulations, as is the relining or installation of flues and chimneys associated with such heat producing appliances.

It is highly recommended that stove installation work is carried out by a HETAS registered installer. The reality is that many stoves get put in unprofessionally.

Incorrectly installed stoves can be dangerous both to health and a can be fire hazards.

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.