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Fireplaces Wood Burning Stoves Wood stoves are elegant and contemporary, and are a perfect match for a variety of home styles. They are a powerful source of heat and can radiate heat throughout the entire room. Modern wood-burning stoves are EPA certified and feature high efficiency in heating and lower particle emissions. By properly operating the air controls you can improve the efficiency of your stove. Energy Efficiency Wood stoves are an excellent source of heat that can be used to complement your current heating system. Moreover, they are very efficient heaters with some models being almost as efficient as a furnace or oil-burning appliance. Modern stoves are designed to extract the most heat from each piece of wood. This means you don't need to purchase more wood, and you can have a warm fire all through winter. Stoves that are certified by the EPA burn cleanly and reduce waste and emission by burning for longer and using less fuel. This is in contrast older fireplaces which use open flames and burning, which create waste of fuel, pollute air and can cause dust to pollute your home. The EPA certification for your wood stove can ensure that it complies with the highest safety and efficiency standards. It also lets you claim a tax credit towards the purchase of a qualified stove which can help you save money in addition to cutting down on your energy bills. A wood stove can help you eliminate the major energy companies and any monopolies they have in your area, freeing you from their erratic prices for gas and electricity. You'll still be paying for wood however, the price fluctuation is likely to be less drastic than the price increases you'd experience when relying on a utility company. Another benefit of heating your home using wood stoves is that it works well during power outages. If the power goes out during the midst of a snowstorm, you are able to keep your home warm with wood-burning stoves to produce heat for your kitchen as well as living areas. In certain situations you can use the chimney of the wood stove to release hot water into an underground storage tank for hot water in your house for more warmth. If your wood-burning stove hasn't been insulated it could be leaking heat from the room, causing drafts inside the house. This problem is easily fixed by installing an insulated liner for your wood-burning stove. This will not only save you energy, but it will improve the longevity of your stove as it prevents heat from escaping through the chimney. Cleanliness Wood stoves are an excellent way to conserve energy and keep warm, but they do produce plenty of soot. Cleaning your stove is important to ensure that your home stays safe and healthy. You should clean your stove at least once per week, and your chimney at least once per year. Keep your stove clean to ensure that it has the proper air flow. It will also make it safer to use. The first step in cleaning your stove is to empty the ash pan. This is accomplished by dumping the ashes into a pan and then putting them in a non-combustible trash bin or bin. If your fireplace has andirons or grate they can be cleaned using a broom and brush and then dispose of them in the same way. Then, clean your stove's front and any other surfaces you wish to clean with a soft cloth. You could also take the occasion to clean your ash trays, or re-line with new liners available at the local hardware store. After cleaning your stove, you will need to remove any creosote remaining on the walls of your fireplace. You can use a broom that has hard bristles to do this. Start as high as you can and then work your way down. If you own a vacuum cleaner with an attachment with a hard-bristled bristle, you can use this to get rid of the soot that is loose. Also, you should clear any obstructions to your chimney, in the event that it is necessary. This could include twigs, branches, fruits, leaves or even nesting materials for small animals. (These animals are known to make nests in stove pipes and chimneys!) Your chimney could be vulnerable to the wind-blown debris like leaves or sand, based on where you live. It is recommended that you inspect your chimney every year and to replace your catalytic filters every 1-4 years. It is also recommended that you get your chimney cleaned professionally if necessary. These regular chores can help prevent dangerous gases like carbon monoxide and flames from entering your home. Convenience Wood burning stoves create warmth and a cozy atmosphere that electric or gas fireplaces can't compete with. It can be freestanding or integrated into the wall, there are plenty of designs and styles that will fit your home. There is nothing better than snuggling in front of a warm fireplace on a cold winter night in the southeast region of NY. A wood stove can help reduce your energy costs. It's a good option if you live near an area that is smoke-free (most of London and a number of other major cities). Stoves can be used as a primary heat source or to complement your existing heating system. The amount of heat they produce depends on the size and the airflow of the room. If you plan to make use of your stove to heat your home, it is important to think about the quality and style of logs you buy. Locally sourced wood can help you cut your costs while reducing the carbon footprint of your stove. The process of splitting, stacking, and hauling logs can be a time-consuming and physically demanding task if you do not have the appropriate equipment. Many people opt for the use of a log heater at their homes to avoid the frustration of collecting, chopping, and the storage of wood. The majority of modern wood stoves are designed to be more efficient and sustainable option than traditional open fires. They must be in compliance with emissions regulations of the government and come with a catalytic combustion system that aids in keeping the wood burning for longer, and starts the combustion at lower temperatures and reduces pollution. You will still need to maintain your stove on a regular basis. This includes emptying ash from the bottom of the stove, having the chimney and flue checked as well as cleaning the glass door and ensuring there are enough dry logs to fuel it. However, these needs for maintenance are less than you would need to pay for energy to operate your heating system. A wood stove is hazardous for pets and children, who may get too close to the flame. If they touch the flame or the glass door of your stove and are burned by a stray ember. We recommend installing a safety gate on your fireplace to keep children and pets away from the fire. Aesthetics Fireplaces with wood burning stoves provide a beautiful ambiance to a room. They become the focal point of a room when they are outfitted with a stunning mantel. A fireplace constructed with bricks, stacked stones and veneer can look amazing. Freestanding stoves are an alternative for homeowners who wish to discover a style and a price that fits their home. Regularly clean the chimney to remove any particulates. These particles can ignite again and cause fires to be dangerous. They also could block the chimney, which is dangerous and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Regular use of fireplaces requires a constant supply. This can be costly and time consuming to maintain. Stoves aren't required to be cleaned or swept as frequently as fireplaces. This can save homeowners time and money, as well as eliminating the necessity of a fireplace liner. Stoves do not produce as much carbon monoxide as fireplaces. They only produce a tiny amount of carbon monoxide, which is pushed into the air by hot gases as the fire is burning. Wood stoves have a sealed combustion chamber, so sparks do not pose the same danger to children and pets that fireplaces do. It is recommended that fireplaces as well as wood stoves have doors or screens in place, since sparks may still be released from the flame and cause injury and property damage. Stoves should be kept at a certain distance from combustible materials like wallpaper and plasterboard. The EPA has set emission standards that restrict the amount of air pollution that a new stove is permitted to produce per hour. The EPA requires that chimneys are swept at least once a year to ensure that they are in good shape and free of cracks. Additionally a chimney liner needs to be installed to ensure the flue is properly vented. A wood stove offers many environmental benefits. Wood is a renewable, environmentally friendly source of energy that can be harvested and grown within a reasonable amount of time. Oak, hickory and cherry are just a few types of trees that can be used for firewood. The cutting and transforming the wood into firewood takes 20-30 years. It is also a renewable resource because the tree can be replanted once it has been cut down.