Keeping warmer

If you have a log burning stove installed in your home you will no doubt feel the full benefit this form of heating has to offer.

Wood burning stoves are becoming more popular, sales have increased on an unprecedented scale. More households around the country are trying to reduce their heating bills and installing a stove can certainly help towards this aim.

A recent survey taken from wood burner owners clearly shows a correctly installed stove can save money on heating bills. 86% said they have reduced their energy bills since the stove had been installed.

One very big mistake many owners make is not using correctly matured timber to burn, damp logs can be dangerous and cause chimney fires and will not give out an efficient heat.

Nothing will cause your stove to function less efficiently than to fill it with green wood, so to avoid the problem you should begin the seasoning process in the early spring if you want your wood to be ready by the next winter. If you plan to use any wood that is larger than normal, you will need to set it out to dry even earlier than that.

Essentially, you should be harvesting your wood about a year and a half in advance of when you actually plan to burn it.

The damp timber should be stored in a well-ventilated area and not on damp ground.

Can we help?

If you would like to know more about how a wood stove could enhance your property and save money, please do get in contact. We have fully qualified fitters (HETAS Registered) who would be able to advise you.