Countless benefits

There are plenty of benefits of using a wood stove to heat your home. The most obvious is the cleanliness of burning wood, which gives off less particulate matter and is a renewable resource, unlike gas-powered alternatives. Another chief benefit is the cost efficiency as wood can cost a great deal less than electricity and gas. If you have your own supply of seasoned wood, then it really is a “no brainer” as they say.

Not to mention a professionally installed stove can add value to your property.

There are some more peripheral benefits about heating your home with a wood-fuelled stove. Wood burning stoves can be used as additional cooking surfaces in the home, perfect for warm cocoa. They also have the added bonus of saving you money on other utilities, like electricity which as we all know is very expensive.

Sales of stove in the last 5 years have been increasing rapidly as energy prices seem to be rising on a monthly basis. When considering installing a stove it is essential to get expert help as installing the wrong one will be pointless and a waste of money.

There are many things to take into account when selecting the stove to meet your homes needs. Two of the most important ones are the siting of the stove and the kw required to heat your defined area.

Installing a stove

It is vital if you are installing a stove to have it fitted correctly by a professionally HETAS registered company. The HETAS qualified fitter will advise to the size of burner required to heat your room to maximum efficiency.