Wood pellet stoves helps some stave off rising heating costs. (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 2/8/2014)
Some particulars about wood pellet stoves
- Costs run from $1200 to $4000
- Installation, including chimney (insulated metal, masonry) is additional
- Fan(s) required to heat adjacent rooms
- Higher home owner insurance premiums likely
- Many models require electricity; backup heating source required
- Regular cleaning by homeowner required
- Pellets cost about $4 for a 40-pound bag; stoves generally have a bag-a-day habit
Many people use a pellet stove to supplement or replace their main heating source until propane, natural gas or fuel oil prices go down.
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