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.
Benefits of using a registered fitter
Log burners make great focal points for interiors, they are cleaner and more efficient than open fireplaces, and can even save you money on your heating bills.
If you’re dreaming of installing one as the winter approaches, you’re in good company – 195,000 are installed each year in the UK alone.
To enjoy using a log burner safely and responsibly, it’s important to do your research. Firstly think first about the size of area that needs to be heated (as a rule of thumb, 1kW of heat output for every 14 cubic metres of space is needed to make your room 21C when it’s 1C outside). Talk to a HETAS registered installer and they will be happy to guide you.
You’ll also need to factor in the cost of installation and maintenance, as these can change the final price. It’s a good idea to check the size and cost of logs you’ll need and whether you can buy them locally. You will also need a good size space to store your logs. Read more
A modern wood burner is more efficient than many central heating systems and far more appealing to look at than a traditional white radiator.
According to the National Association of Chimney Sweeps, the number of stoves being installed each year has more than doubled over the past decade.
The appeal is not just about installing a fashion statement.
According to reports, regular use of a wood burner can knock a third off fuel bills, providing savings of at least £650 a year.
There is a huge range of stoves to choose from, ranging in price from £500 to more than £2,000.
A key consideration is how much heat it will pump out. Years ago you had to live in the countryside to enjoy a wood burner, but technological improvements mean they can also provide a great heating solution in many town and city homes. Read more
Wood-burners have become a sought-after design statement during the past 10 years or so.
They can provide a sense of charm and ambiance to a property. Modern wood-burning stoves give your home that warm heart as you sit around with friends and family on winter evenings.
Increased property value
A professionally installed burner can increase the value of your property, estate agents around the Country will tell you that a home with a certified log burner is very sought after.
Rising fuel bills are on the way
Due to rising fuel bills, homeowners are seeking different cost-effective heating options. Wood burning stoves are a very real alternative. These days wood burners offer an impressive range of options to meet your home’s needs. Long gone are the days when wood burners were seen as an ugly and dirty heating source. Read more
Sales of wooding burning stoves are going to reach record levels this year and the future looks very bright and very warm indeed. Reports suggest energy prices are increasing and will continue to do so as the Brexit talks linger on, strange to think these negotiations can have such an effect, but they do. The pound remains weak and all the experts say this could continue for months to come as the UK faces an uncertain future.
Wood-burning stove sales have been increasing rapidly in the past few years and have proved extremely popular in the UK and Europe alike. They are both efficient and practical, stoves have become a really viable heating solution. A stove offers so many plus points including style and ambience within the home plus they save money on those awful heating bills.
Very important are you aware?
It’s a fact that a property with a professionally fitted wood stove can be worth up to 5.5% more than one without, just ask any estate agent. Read more
With the cost of energy seemingly rising on a monthly basis it does warrant investigation as to alternative heating options. Fitting a wood stove could be the perfect solution as they are without doubt far cheaper to run especially if you can source you own fuel.
We are always being asked the best place and way to install a new wood stove appliance. Stoves basically can be installed almost anywhere in the home but as with most things some are far better than others.
When it comes to flue pipes the hard and fast rule is the straighter they are the better the air will flow. Ideally, your piping should rise directly up into a chimney located above the stove, but angles can be added as required.
Straighter or less curved runs create stronger air drafts that will promote more efficient burning and heat creation. This will also reduce the amount of creosote build-up which is far safer for your home thus reducing the risk of chimney fires. Read more
Gas and electricity bills are about to rise due to the weaker pound yet again, so we are told. Installing and maintaining a wood burning stove could be the long-term answer to these rising costs and certainly warrants more investigation.
Energy experts are predicting a very volatile twelve months ahead due to the ongoing Brexit negotiations so saving money has to be a priority.
What benefits can a wood burning stove offer you? Read more
We are always asked by clients “which stove offers the best value”, well this is a very difficult question as most stoves these days have good and bad points. Steel or cast iron? Well, again this is very much down to the individual and their budget. The most important part of choosing a stove for your home is to get the correct advice, always consult a HETAS registered engineer who will be able to point you in the right direction.
Plus points of cast iron stoves
Cast iron wood stoves are a popular choice of wood stove for many reasons, among them its ability to hold up to high heat and temperature changes. Iron is a durable yet workable material that allows for panels of it to be drilled into larger, complex assemblies, like stoves.
It disperses heat nicely, conducting heat well from one part of the stove to the others.
The downside of cast iron stoves
Cast iron wood stoves can be costly. As they are put together with bolts and caulking they tend to require some degree of maintenance or repair over time, with replacement parts also costly as each individual model of cast iron stove must have its own master patterns for casting new panels and parts.
Many manufacturers of cast iron wood stoves today focus more on form, or decorative appeal than function. Read more
One of the most desirable features and benefits of a wood burner is the heat output it provides. A wood-burning stove provides a powerful heat source for your home, meaning that the room gets warm quickly and effectively.
There are wood burners available in a range of sizes, colours, shapes and varying energy output levels, so you can choose a model that is most appropriate for the size of your home or the room that it will be heating.
A wood burning stove is a fantastic way to provide a homely ambience, with its combination of cosy heat and the visual impact of roaring flames dancing in the room. Read more
Things you need to think about when selecting a wood burner.
When you enter the store you will see lots of lovely looking options, now is the time to be prepared. Do your research and list down your requirements, then seek the advice of a fully qualified HETAS fitter who will point you in the right direction.
Wood only or multi-fuel
A dedicated wood burner can be the most efficient so It’s worth considering if you’re never going to want to burn other fuels.
This issue is one you will need to spend time on, ask yourself if you will ever want to burn other fuels, such as pellets? Get the opinion of the fitter as they will be able to inform you of the plus’s and minus’s, thus ensuring you make the correct choice. Read more
