Pellet Stoves

Here are some facts about pellet stove:

• Pellet stoves use wood pellets as its primary heat source and it is cheaper than gas
• Wood pellets cost for $4.99 and they can last over a period of two days
• Pellet stoves are usually smaller and more convenient than normal wood stoves
• Stoves made from real thin metal won't last long
• You need to protect your floor with material which is safe to use under wood pellet stoves
• There are two models of pellet stoves: bottom fed and top fed
• Top-fed models is burning very well with low ash pellets
• There are two types of pellet stoves: freestanding (free from the wall is movable) and inserts (inserted directly into the existing fireplace)
• The fireplace inserts type is usually a bottom fed model - the ash and clinkers are pushed into the ash pan so you need to remove the ashes about once a week
• Some pellet stoves come with battery packs, while others need around 100 KWH of electricity use every month
• Pellets are quite expensive and range from $1,200-$2,200

Are you looking for a pellet stove to heat your home during winter? Let's read some facts and also tips to buy one. Pellet stove is different to wood stove because there are sophisticated combustion appliances inside a pellet stove which burns the wood pellet very well and results in a clean fire which is environmentally safe.

Perhaps what makes different between freestanding and inserts pellet stove is its maintenance. For inserted wood pellet stove, each year right before winter or at the end of fall you should perform a chimney sweep which can be done by hiring professionals to ensure it is not only clean but safe.

While for freestand pellet stove, you need to check catalytic combustors thoroughly at least 3 times during winter and if you need to replace the combustor you would need to spend less than $200.00 for buying one. Use also wire brushes to clean up inside the stove while checking the fans and motors.