Forward planning is a must if you want to install a new wood burner.

Due to the popularity of wood stoves HETAS registered fitters are busier than ever!!

This is causing long waiting lists, so if you want a new heating machine fitted best act NOW.

Will they save you money??? The easy answer is YES.

Regular use of a wood burner can knock a third off fuel bills, providing savings of at least £500/700 a year. There is a huge range of stoves to choose from, ranging in price from £400 to more than £2,000. A key consideration is how much heat it will pump out.

The correct wood for burning in your stove is vital

To get the best heating results from your stove hardwoods are generally better for burning than softwoods. As a rule of thumb hardwoods are produced by slow-growing deciduous trees and therefore the logs have a greater density than the faster growing softwoods from evergreen trees.

Since hardwood logs are heavier than the same sized softwood logs, they will provide you with much more heat output – up to 50%!!!

For the stove owner, using hardwood logs means having to fill the stove up less often than they would with softwood logs.

Using damp wood is just like boiling a kettle!!

• Be very hard and very slow to start.
• Be difficult to keep going or to keep burning well.
• Produce a very low heat output.
• Make the glass and firebricks dirty.
• Create excessive and rapid creosote build-up in the flue system and chimney.

Can we help?

If you would like assistance with your new or existing stove please make contact and one of our registered fitters will be happy to assist.

 

Will a log burner save me money. Wood burner costs and savings are worth investigating.

Firstly how much a stove could cut your energy bill depends on various factors. This includes how you use your stove and how often you use it, also how well your home is insulated. Also, think about how much a stove might cost to install – it could be anything between £850 and £2,000.

Many factors can affect the installation price

If you need a new chimney built or an existing one relined this will cost extra. Once you have installed your stove the savings will start. Make sure your supply of wood is of a good quality and at least 2 years matured.

Always use a (HETAS) registered installer

To ensure you get the maximum benefit from your new wood stove it is vitally important to have it fitted correctly.

The installation of a wood burner must comply with building regulations and the easiest way to do this is to use a qualified fitter.

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.

Quality heating and far more comfortable.

So will a log burner save me money. The biggest advantage homeowners have with a wood burning stove is the quality of heat the burner will give off. Wood stoves operate on the principal of radiant heat, which warms an area faster and more efficiently than warm air being blown through a home’s vent system. The powerful heat from a wood stove radiates from all sides of the unit as well as the top, sending warmth in all directions.

Always fit if possible in a central position in the property.

Help with fitting and servicing?

Finally If you would like assistance choosing a new stove for your home, please do make contact. One of our HETAS qualified fitters will be happy to help.

Do you have an open fireplace? If you have then fitting a new woodstove into the fireplace is going to improve your heating and what’s more reduce your bills!

Firstly please remember the most important ….

Burning wood with a moisture level of below 20% will give twice the heat output of freshly felled timber. This will also help to reduce a build-up of tar in your chimney and the environment.

To achieve this correct moisture level, the wood should be seasoned or matured for approximately two years. Storage should ideally be outside and be stacked to let the air flow around the timber, this will then dry naturally.

Alternative heat and money saving!

Wood burning stoves can be used as an excellent alternative to the main central heating system in your home. Instead of turning up the thermostat try lighting the burner. You will be able to reduce the thermostat in a cold spell.

If your home is well insulated and draught free you could even leave doors open. The log burner will heat assist all-round the house.

So, as you can see there are many benefits of installing a log burner. And not to mention the fact that a professionally fitted one could increase the value of your property.

Can we help, do you have an open fireplace?

Finally if you are considering installing a wood burning stove it is particularly important to select the correct one for your home. We have fully qualified fitters (HETAS registered). We will be able to advise you on the best stove to meet your needs so please do make contact.

 

How do I use my stove properly? Important to get the best from your wood stove after installation!

Whether you’ve just bought a stove, are thinking of getting one, or have inherited one with a home you’ve moved into, there are several things to consider so you can make the most of your stove.

So How do I Use my Stove? To make sure you get the most out of your wood burning stove, it’s vital to use the right kind of wood. First and foremost, it’s important that you burn as dry wood as possible – ideally it should only contain less than 20% moisture. In other words, wood that has been drying for at least 18 months.

Ensure you clean your stove on a regular basis and have your chimney cleaned at least once a year but preferably twice.

These two factors alone will ensure your stove produces heat efficiently!

Wood burning stoves, important information.

A professionally fitted wood stove will also reduce your home’s carbon footprint by at least 21% as burning wood is environmentally neutral and renewable energy. Just make sure you only burn the correct wood as recommended by your supplier.

Expert advice for peace of mind and safety

For your protection and safety, you should always have a fully qualified professional install your wood/pellet burning appliance.

At Kent Stoves (HETAS registered) we will evaluate everything for you to ensure your safety and maximise efficiency.

Can we help?

If you are looking for assistance choosing a new or simply need help with your existing burner, please make contact. One of our qualified fitters (HETAS) registered who will be happy to assist.

New Stove year’s resolution – treat your home to a wood stove and save money!!

Wood-burners not only look superb, but they also have plenty of practical benefits too. They provide a great deal of heat for relatively little cost and are highly efficient in comparison to open fires

For the most part, wood-burning stoves are environmentally friendly. However, make sure your wood supplier is committed to replanting the trees harvested and source locally to reduce your carbon footprint.

Heating bills continue to rise in real terms month on month, by installing a wood stove you will make huge strides to reduce your bill.

Wood-burners have risen in popularity for the last ten years as more homes discover the benefits they have to offer.

One benefit that always goes un-noticed is how the value of your home will increase after you have installed the stove professionally.

Essential

Quality installation is fundamental to your wood burner’s performance and safety. We recommend that you have your wood burner installed by a certified fitter (HETAS Registered).

Good for the environment

Burning wood from sustainable forests is carbon neutral – while trees are growing, they capture carbon dioxide from the air. This carbon dioxide is released either when the wood is burnt, or when the tree dies and rots. While some emissions are produced in the transporting and processing of the wood, this is only a very small amount per unit of heat produced.

Can we assist?

If you would like help selecting and installing a new stove, please do contact us. We have fully qualified fitters (HETAS) registered and advisers waiting to take your enquiry.