Time to find ways to say on your heating costs!
A wood stove could most certainly help you achieve this.
Facts:
- A fireplace and professionally fitted wood stove can add as much as 5% to the value of your home, thanks to its wow factor.
- 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 reports, regular use of a wood burner can knock a third off fuel bills, providing savings of at least £650 a year.
Use matured logs only
Wet or unseasoned logs will leave more sooty deposits and could increase the number of sweeps you need, so it’s best to use seasoned or kiln-dried wood to cut down on maintenance (minimum 2 years old).
If you have a pellet stove, you will also need to have a yearly service, as the stove has electrical working parts. This can cost around £150-£250. It’s also a good idea to clean out the ash from the ash pan and to clean the glass regularly. Keep in mind though that leaving a layer of ash can help to start a wood fire and keep it burning longer and cheaper.
It’s best to check the manufacturer’s guide for specific instructions on how often to clean your stove. If your stove has a cool air vent that helps to stop tar building up on the glass, you may not need to clean the ash or glass as often. Some stoves also have special clean-burn or clean-heat technologies, which pull in extra air to help burn off more smoke, reducing sooty deposits.
Can we help?
For all your wood burning appliance needs please get in contact and one of our registered fitters will be happy to assist.
